Cheesy Squash Casserole

Ingredients

• 2 lbs yellow squash, peeled and sliced
• 3/4 cup chopped onion
• 1 tablespoon reduced-calorie margarine
• 2 tablespoons flour
• 1 cup skim milk
• 3 ounces shredded sharp low-fat cheddar cheese (approx. 1/3 cup)
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 1/4 cup breadcrumbs

Directions

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 350°F.

2. 2

   Steam squash and onion in the microwave with a little water, covered, 12 minutes or until tender.

3. 3

   Drain and set aside.

4. 4

   Melt margarine in a saucepan over medium heat.

5. 5

   Add milk, stirring constantly.

6. 6

   Gradually add flour; cook until mixture is thick and bubbly, stirring constantly.

7. 7

   Remove from heat; add cheese, salt, and pepper, stirring until cheese melts.

8. 8

   Stir in squash-onion mixture.

9. 9

   Spoon squash mixture into a shallow 1 1/2-quart casserole, coated with cooking spray; sprinkle with breadcrumbs.

10. 10

    Bake at 350°F for 20 minutes or until thoroughly heated.