I think every Southern cook has a signature dish. It's the "go to" dish whenever she has to take food to anything, whether it's a family get-together or a feeding of the family event after a funeral. My Mother's "go to" dish is Squash Casserole. She combined different recipes to create her own. This is it.
For those poor people who either aren't familiar with yellow squash or who cook for folks who absolutely refuse to eat squash, don't worry. They'll never know unless you tell them.
Squash Casserole
2 lb. yellow squash
1 or 2 eggs (1 large egg or 2 smaller eggs)
1 teaspoon salt
pepper to taste
1/2 stick margarine
1/2 cup milk
1 cup sharp shredded cheese
1/2 small onion, chopped fine
3/4 cup real mayonnaise
bread crumbs
extra shredded cheese
Wash squash. Chop up into small pieces. Cook in boiling water until tender. Drain off water. Mash squash until it's like a coarse batter.
Mix squash with all ingredients except bread crumbs and extra cheese.
Spray casserole dish with Pam. Pour in creamy mixture.
Top with bread crumbs and extra shredded cheese.
Bake in a 350 degree oven for 35-40 minutes.
