Potato Squash Casserole

 Potato Squash Casserole

 

• 4 small potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced
• 1 small butternut squash, peeled, seeded and thinly sliced
• 1 tablespoon water
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/8 teaspoon pepper
• 1/2 pound uncooked bulk pork sausage
• 1 small onion, chopped
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1-1/2 cups heavy whipping cream, divided
• 1 cup (4 ounces) shredded cheddar cheese

Directions

• In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the potatoes, squash and water. Cover and cook on high for 3-4 minutes or until crisp-tender. Place half of the mixture in a greased 2-qt. Baking dish. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Crumble sausage over potato mixture. Top with onion and remaining potato mixture.
• In a small bowl, combine flour and 1/4 cup cream until smooth; stir in remaining cream. Pour over potato mixture. Cover and bake at 350° for 30 minutes. Uncover; bake for 20-30 minutes or until potatoes are tender. Sprinkle with cheese; bake 5 minutes longer or until cheese is melted. Yield: 4-6 servings.

Editor's Note: This recipe was tested in a 1,100-watt microwave.