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Aunt Fanny's Squash Casserole is a sensational southern staple! We have substituted matzo meal for the traditional cracker crumbs.

Ingredients

3 lbs. yellow summer squash
½ cup chopped onions
½ cup matzo meal
2 eggs
1 stick melted margarine or butter, divided*
1-tablespoon sugar
1 teaspoon salt, or to taste
1/2 teaspoon black pepper, or to taste
2-quart casserole dish, greased

Directions

Preheat oven to 350 degrees
Bring a 3-4 quart pot of salted water to boil
Wash and cut squash into about ½ inch chunks. Boil until just tender, drain very well, and then mash with fork or in processor
Add all ingredients except 1/4 cup of the margarine
Pour mixture into baking dish
Melt remaining margarine and spread over top of casserole
Sprinkle with some additional matzo meal
Bake at 350 for one hour or until brown on top and set

*Vegetable oil may be used instead of butter or margarine

Notes

Serves about 6-8

Ms. Fanny Williams, the namesake of Aunt Fanny's Cabin, was an African American woman who was born circa 1860 (there is no record of her birth). In the 1880s she went to work for the family of Orme Campbell as a nursemaid and cook. She was with the Campbells for many years during which time she acquired the nickname "Aunt Fanny". Her cabin was on the restaurant property. The rustic Atlanta area restaurant served authentic Southern-style food, which is America's oldest recognized cuisine. During its day, it was extremely popular and considered quite expensive. It was expanded several times over the years and eventually seated 800 customers.

Our casserole dish recommendations: 

Let's get casserolling 

By Yaakov Galen, Editor-in-chief.

Everyone can agree that the well-done crispy edges of a brownie batch are delicious. The same goes for many other pan-baked dishes such as casseroles. There are those that enjoy overall well-done casseroles and those who prefer fluffier medium-baked casseroles. Bake time plays into the outcome of a dish but in order to achieve the various bake textures, you need to use the right pan. In this article, we cover the various kinds of pans you should consider using to nail the type of bake texture you want in your casseroles. We went through the reviews on various online sources and spoke with our inside experts to come up with a list of casserole pans we recommend you use in your kitchen. The recommendations are listed in order of price. 

1. Well-done, creamy with crispy edges = Metal Pan 

Metal deep dish pans are the safest way to achieve the “well-done” crispy/crunchy elements in your casserole. Aluminum is better than stainless steel for an even cook. Do not store the casserole in your metal pan because it will impart a metal taste into the sauce!

 A) Yup, Budget. ($20 range) 

ExcelSteel 4 Piece Stainless Roaster with Cover, Rack and Spatula (amazon)

As many of the reviews claim, this pan is deep and great for making casseroles. An all-around great pan with handles, tray, and a lid. Not the best serving dish but the best bang for your buck.

B) I’ll invest in this pan. ($100 range) 

All-Clad E9019964 Stainless Steel Lasagna Pan (amazon)

A household name and a Koshereye favorite. Not the exact square dimensions for particular casserole makers, however, it absolutely gets the job done and will last a lifetime. 

C) I take my baking extremely seriously. ($250 range) 

Le Creuset Enameled Cast Iron Signature Rectangular Roaster (amazon)

This cast iron made by famous French cookware company Le Creuset is an all-around masterpiece for your kitchen. Cook and serve right from this dish. It may be pricy but think of it as a long-term investment. It has got a long lifetime and it is a breeze to clean.

2. Fluffy and creamy = Ceramic Pan 

Ceramic, like glass, will give your casserole an even cook but will not easily achieve the “well-done” effect that metal pans will. You can serve your casserole straight in your ceramic pan because they are classy dishes, so why use a glass pan when you can use ceramic? No one needs extra dishes.

 A) Yup, budget. ($40 range) 

Essence Maison Rectangular Baking Dish (amazon)

Pretty serving dish and durable, this pan is a drop shy of 9 x 13 but gets the job done. 

B) I’ll invest in this pan. ($60 range)  

Emile Henry Made In France HR Modern Classics Large Rectangular Baker (amazon)

A beautiful dish that cooks your casserole perfectly. This Emile Henry dish is a bit deeper than its 9 x 13 listed dimensions, it is deep! Hard to find casserole pans with these kinds of dimensions. Cook and serve all-in-one. 

C) I take my baking extremely seriously. ($130 range) 

Le Creuset Stoneware Heritage Covered Rectangular Casserole (amazon)

Known for its quality, this Le Creuset stoneware pan is a serious piece for your baking arsenal. Paired with a lid, this pan is designed to execute both covered and uncovered recipes while achieving an all-around even cook. Designed for serious bakers but built to last. This pan can be used as a serving dish for any occasion. 

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