Creamed squash is a Southern dish that will become one of your favorite recipes! This yellow summer squash recipe is so easy and insanely creamy.
What is Creamed Squash?
Creamed squash is a recipe you can make in the summer, Fall, and winter months. You can create this recipe with the skin of the yellow squash. In addition, the ingredients are made to a bare minimum. The squash is cut into bite-size pieces and then sautéed over the stovetop. This is the perfect side dish for Thanksgiving dinner!
Why Will You Enjoy This Cream Squash Recipe?
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How To Make Creamed Squash?
Substitutions
Heavy Whipping Crean- The milk can be substituted for 2% milk or coconut milk in this creamed squash recipe. It’s completely your preference.
Variations
Cajun Style-If you want to make this cream squash recipe a little spicy then simply add in some cajun seasoning to your liking.
Crunchy-If you don’t your creamed squash that softened. Leave on the store for less time.
Squash Soup– Try turning this delicious creamed squash into squash soup!
Equipment
Large Skillet- If you are cooking a large amount of squash at a time you will need a larger skillet if you are sautéing a small amount use a smaller skillet.
Cooking Utensils-You will need to ensure that you are using spoons and forks to ensure that you are cooking your creamed squash up properly.
Tips
The softer you want your creamed squash the longer you will want them to cook. If you want them to be a little crunchy, simply remove them from the stove.
Questions
In Conclusion
Making this creamed squash will become a popular recipe at your main event. It will be no big deal to whip up when your friends ask you! Also, another thing that I love about this creamed squash is that it will be a vegetarian main dish! Well, until next time folks!
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Creamed Squash Old Fashion Southern Style
Ingredients
- 4 Yellow Summer Squash Sliced
- 1/4 cup Butter Salted or Unsalted
- 1 Teaspoons Olive Oil
- 1/2 Medium Onion Sliced into circles
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 Cups Milk
- 1/2 Teaspoons Salt
- 1/2 Teaspoons Black pepper
- 1/2 Teaspoons Garlic Powder
- 1 Teaspoon Sugar Optional
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese optional
Instructions
- Wash and clean your squash making sure to remove all of the dirt. Pat dry then cut the squash into 1 inch pieces!4 Yellow Summer Squash
- Add in your butter, onions, olive oil, and flour. Whisk together until flour is dissolved and the mixture thickens. This should take about 3 to 5 minutes.1/4 cup Butter, 1 Teaspoons Olive Oil, 1/4 cup all-purpose flour, 1/2 Medium Onion
- Once the mixture has thickened, add the squash and milk into the pot. Stir until the squash is coated in the cream sauce. Season with salt, sugar, garlic powder, and pepper.1 1/2 Cups Milk, 1/2 Teaspoons Salt, 1/2 Teaspoons Black pepper, 1/2 Teaspoons Garlic Powder, 1 Teaspoon Sugar
- If you’re using Parmesan cheese or cheddar cheese, stir it in now until it’s melted and well combined.1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Cook the mixture for another 5 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until everything is cooked down to your desired texture.
- Enjoy!