Brenda Gantt Squash Alabama Recipe

“Enhance your cooking repertoire with this simple yet delicious Squash Alabama Casserole, inspired by culinary traditions and perfected in Brenda Gantt’s kitchen. This dish combines the creamy texture of summer squash with the robust flavors of peppers and onions, all under a crispy cracker topping.

Essential Kitchen Equipment

• Casserole dish
• Large mixing bowl
• Standard kitchen oven

Ingredients List

• 2 to 2.5 pounds of light-colored summer squash
• 1 large onion, thinly sliced
• Salt, adjusted to your preference
• Half stick of butter
• 1 cup of mayonnaise
• 2 fresh eggs
• 2 cups of finely shredded cheese
• Ground black pepper, to taste
• 1 Poblano pepper, seeded and sliced (alternative: bell pepper or sweet banana pepper)
• 1 packet of Ritz Crackers (13 crackers), coarsely crushed

Preparation Steps

1. Trim the ends of the squash and slice it into rounds. Place in a saucepan, cover with water, add a pinch of salt, and bring to a boil until the squash is tender.
2. Drain the cooked squash thoroughly using a colander, shaking to remove any excess water.
3. Melt the butter in a sauté pan over medium heat. Add the sliced onion and Poblano pepper, cooking until they emit a fragrant aroma.
4. In a large bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise and eggs until smooth.
5. Incorporate the shredded cheese, sautéed onions, and peppers into the mayonnaise mixture.
6. Gently fold in the boiled squash and season with black pepper.
7. Transfer the entire mixture into the casserole dish.
8. Bake at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for about 30-35 minutes.
9. Midway through baking, around 20 minutes, pull the dish out to sprinkle the crushed Ritz Crackers evenly over the top, then return to the oven for the final 10 minutes.
10. Allow the casserole to cool slightly before serving to help set the flavors together.

This Brenda Gantt-inspired Squash Alabama Casserole is a delightful blend of simplicity and taste, perfect for any family gathering or weeknight dinner.”