Description
Old School Squash and Onions is a heartwarming dish that captures the essence of home cooking. This classic recipe combines tender yellow summer squash with sweet onions, all sautéed in bacon grease for a rich, savory flavor. Perfect for family dinners or gatherings, this nostalgic side dish is not only simple to make but also deliciously versatile. In just 25 minutes, you can create a comforting addition to any meal that will have everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs yellow summer squash
- 1 sweet onion
- 2 tablespoons bacon grease (or butter)
- 1/3 cup chicken broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash the squash and slice it into 1/4-inch rounds.
- Peel and slice the sweet onion into 1/4-inch pieces.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, melt bacon grease or butter, then add onions and cook until softened (about 3 minutes).
- Add the sliced squash to the skillet, cooking for an additional 3–5 minutes until slightly tender.
- Pour in chicken broth, cover, and cook for another 5–8 minutes until desired tenderness is reached.
- Season with salt and pepper before serving warm.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 5mg