Ingredients

  • 2 lb. yellow crookneck summer squash
  • 2 slightly beaten egg yolks
  • 1 c. dairy sour cream
  • 2 Tbsp. all-purpose flour
  • 2 stiff beaten egg whites
  • 1 3/4 c. (7 oz.) shredded natural Cheddar cheese
  • 8 slices bacon, crisp cooked, drained and crumbled
  • 1/3 c. fine dry bread crumbs
  • 1 Tbsp. butter, melted
  • 3 bacon curls

Method

  • Scrub squash and trim off ends; do not peel.
  • Cook whole, covered, in boiling, salted water for 15 to 20 minutes or until tender.
  • Drain thoroughly.
  • Cut into thin slices and sprinkle with salt (you have about 6 cups).
  • Reserve a few slices squash for garnish.
  • Mix together egg yolks, sour cream and flour.
  • Fold in egg whites.
  • Layer half the squash, egg mixture and cheese in 12 x 7 1/2 x 2-inch baking dish.
  • Sprinkle bacon over.
  • Repeat layers. Combine crumbs and butter or margarine.
  • Sprinkle over the top. Arrange reserved squash on top.
  • Bake in 350° oven for 20 to 25 minutes.
  • Garnish with bacon curls and parsley sprig, if desired. Makes 8 to 10 servings.