Cheesy Squash Casserole

This is lovely as a side for almost anything. Very low-fat. Points 1.

• Ready In: 1 hr
• Serves: 8

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. Preheat oven to 350°F.
2. Steam squash and onion in the microwave with a little water, covered, 12 minutes or until tender.
3. Drain and set aside.
4. Melt margarine in a saucepan over medium heat.
5. Add milk, stirring constantly.
6. Gradually add flour; cook until mixture is thick and bubbly, stirring constantly.
7. Remove from heat; add cheese, salt, and pepper, stirring until cheese melts.
8. Stir in squash-onion mixture.
9. Spoon squash mixture into a shallow 1 1/2-quart casserole, coated with cooking spray; sprinkle with breadcrumbs.
10. Bake at 350°F for 20 minutes or until thoroughly heated.