White Squash Pudding

Delicious… A very popular dish among our older Cajuns who have taught the Cajun youngin’s to enjoy squash! This dish is also known as poo-tin or puttin.

Ingredients

  • 4 large or 8 small white squash (small is better)
  • 4 tbsp butter
  • 1 1/2 cup sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 3/4 cup evaporated milk
  • 1 cup flour
  • 3 tsp baking powder
  • dash of salt

Directions

Step 1

Peel squash and cut in pieces. If using large squash remove as many seeds as possible.

Step 2

Place squash in saucepan with enough water to cover. Boil until tender -- about 10 minutes.

Step 3

Drain squash and mash with potato masher.

Step 4

Add sugar and butter while still warm.

Step 5

Mix and then add eggs and vanilla, and add the balance of the ingredients.

Step 6

Put in a greased baking dish.

Step 7

Bake at 325 degrees for 30 to 45 minutes or until brown.



Recently Added Recipes

Eggnog Pralines

Eggnog is one of our favorite holiday drinks and it makes an INCREDIBLE addition to these unique pralines we invented…

December 8, 2019

“Sugar Roux” Sausage, Rice and Gravy

Interestingly the gravy is not sweet; caramelizing burns out the sweetness.

November 25, 2019

Hot Chocolate

This hot chocolate is one of the things I looked forward to most during the holiday season.  Cold weather outside…

November 12, 2019

Jason’s Party-Sized Crawfish Étouffée

Jason's adaptation on this Crawfish Étouffée comes from a combination of a few different recipes.  This recipe makes enough to…

November 10, 2019

Ground Beef Stew

This recipe is very similar to meatball stew, but doesn't require you to make meatballs. It also has a different…

October 18, 2019

Shrimp and Egg Stew

Shrimp and Egg Stew is a popular Louisiana dish, enjoyed by many.  It's not only delicious, but it's easy to…

October 5, 2019