Applesauce and Squash Casserole

Whisper's Note:

This is another variation of squash casserole, but the applesauce makes it lighter than most. Easy to make and very tasty! Prep time includes time to cook fresh squash.

• Total Time: 1 hrs 10 mins
• Prep Time: 35 mins
• Cook Time: 35 mins

Ingredients:

Servings: 6

• 2 cups applesauce
• ¼ cup brown sugar
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ½ cup heavy cream
• 1 ¼ cups mashed cooked squash, fresh or 1 (10 ounce) package frozen squash
• 1⁄8; teaspoon nutmeg
• 6 tablespoons butter , melted
• 2 eggs , beaten
• ½ cup soft white breadcrumb
• ½ cup slivered almond

Directions:

1. Mix together applesauce, brown sugar, salt, heavy cream, squash, nutmeg, 4 Tbsp of the melted butter, and eggs.
2. Place in buttered, 1 1/2 quart, shallow casserole.
3. Mix together bread crumbs, remaining 2 Tbsp butter, and almonds.
4. (This can be made a day ahead up to this point.) Bake uncovered at 375 degrees for 35 minutes.
5. Or it can be frozen and baked later at 375 degrees for 55-65 minutes (if still frozen).