Aunt Betty’s Beef Squash Casserole

Step 1

Slice zucchini - do not peel. Add water and 2 tsp salt in a medium pot and heat to boiling. Add the sliced squash and boil 10 to 12 minutes or just until tender. Drain and set aside. Or alternatively saute the squash.

Step 2

In a Teflon coated saucepan, brown the bacon starting on high heat then reduce heat to finish cooking.

Step 3

Add the onions and saute.

Step 4

Add the ground beef to the onions and brown.Season meat to taste

Step 5

Prepare a 9x13 casserole pan or a 2 quart casserole dish with PAM or vegetable oil. Preheat oven to 350 degrees.

Step 6

Combine the squash to the meat mixture and add red pepper.

Step 7

Add the cheese, Ritz crackers and eggs.

Step 8

Pour into the pan.

Step 9

Combine the remaining crackers with the melted butter and spread evenly over casserole. Top with 1/2 cup cheese.

Step 10

Bake at 350 degrees for 35 minutes are until golden brown.