come w/me 2 the calabasa casserole (sallye)

(1 rating)
Recipe by
sallye bates
Austin, TX

This is another dish that lends itself well to "toting" either to a family gathering or a potluck dinner. Casabah is a milder tasting squash than zucchini but you can substitute zucchini in this dish with good results.

(1 rating)
yield 6 -8
prep time 15 Min
cook time 25 Min
method Bake

Ingredients For come w/me 2 the calabasa casserole (sallye)

  • 8 md
    calabasa (mexican) squash
  • 1 lg
    white onion
  • 1 md
    jalapeno pepper
  • 1 can
    fire roasted petite diced tomatoes
  • 1 clove
    garlic
  • 1 c
    fiesta or mexican blend grated cheese
  • 1/2 c
    sour cream
  • dash
    paprika
  • salt & pepper to taste
  • 2 Tbsp
    olive oil

How To Make come w/me 2 the calabasa casserole (sallye)

  • 1
    Preheat oven to 325º Peel and quarter onion Peel garlic clove and cut in half De-seed and de-vein jalapeno pepper and cut in half
  • 2
    Cut squash into very thin slices into microwave safe bowl. Season with salt, pepper and paprika, add 1 teaspoon oil and place in microwave covered with paper towel or paper plate for 4 minutes
  • 3
    While squash is cooking, place onion, garlic, jalapeno in food processor and pulse until finely chopped
  • 4
    Heat remaining oil to medium high in heavy skillet. Transfer cooked squash and chopped vegetables to skillet and saute for about 3 minutes, stirring frequently to avoid burning
  • 5
    Add tomatoes (including juice) Turn heat down and simmer for 15 minutes Remove from heat and add sour cream and cheese Mix well and transfer to 9" x 13" baking dish Bake at 325º for 15 minutes uncovered If desired, sprinkle more cheese over mixture and cook until cheese is browned.

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