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Stuffed Yellow Squash

  • Jan 14
  • 2 min read

Updated: Jan 26

This hearty stuffed squash recipe turns simple summer squash into a savory, satisfying side dish or light main course. Fresh yellow crookneck squash is parboiled until tender, then filled with a rich blend of bacon, cheese, breadcrumbs, and Cavender's Greek Seasoning for bold, well-balanced flavor in every bite. Finished with melted cheddar on top, it’s a crowd-pleaser that works just as well for weeknight dinners as it does for potlucks and family gatherings.



Ingredients

  • 4–6 medium yellow crookneck squash

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or vegetable oil

  • 2 tablespoons dried onion flakes

  • Garlic powder, to taste

  • 1 tablespoon Cavender’s Greek Seasoning

  • 1/2 cup bacon pieces

  • 3 eggs

  • 1 cup Italian bread crumbs

  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (reserve 1/4 cup for topping)

  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese


Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F and lightly grease a baking dish.

  2. Parboil the squash in lightly salted water for 7–8 minutes, just until tender but not mushy. Drain well.

  3. Prepare the squash halves by slicing each squash lengthwise. Carefully scoop out the center pulp, leaving the shells intact. Pat the squash shells dry with a paper towel to remove excess moisture.

  4. Drain the pulp by pressing it through a sieve or strainer to remove as much liquid as possible. This step helps prevent a watery filling.

  5. Make the filling by combining the drained squash pulp, oil, bacon pieces, eggs, bread crumbs, 3/4 cup shredded cheddar, Parmesan cheese, Cavender’s Greek Seasoning, garlic powder, and dried onion flakes in a large bowl. Mix until fully combined.

  6. Fill the squash shells evenly with the mixture and place them in the prepared baking dish.

  7. Bake uncovered for 25–30 minutes, or until the tops are lightly browned and the filling is set.

  8. Add the topping by sprinkling the remaining 1/4 cup shredded cheddar over the squash. Return to the oven just until the cheese is melted.

  9. Serve warm and enjoy.


Serving Tips

  • Serve as a flavorful side dish with grilled chicken, pork chops, or steak

  • Add a simple green salad to turn it into a light main course

  • Great for make-ahead meals, leftovers reheat beautifully

 
 
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