Philadelphia Life Magazine presents this signature preparation of Squash Casserole. Handcrafted with traditional culinary care, this dish pairs authentic regional flavors with seasonal farm produce.
Recipe Overview & Technique
- Cooking Technique: Stovetop Pressure Cooker
- Regional Market: Philadelphia Life Magazine
- Focus Keyword: Squash Casserole Philadelphia Life Magazine
Prep Time
15 min
Cook Time
25 min
Total Time
40 min
Yield
4 servings
Calories
~322 kcal
Ingredients
- 1 pound squash
- ½ cup chopped onion
- ¼ cup chopped green pepper
- ¼ cup margarine
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- ½ cup salad dressing
Step-by-Step Instructions
- 1. **Prep & Sauté:** Press the **Sauté** button on your Instant Pot (set to Normal/Medium). Add cooking oil and sear your meat/aromatics for 4-5 minutes until browned.
- 2. **Deglaze (Crucial to Prevent ‘Burn’ Error):** Pour in 1/2 cup of broth or cooking liquid. Use a wooden spoon to scrape up all browned bits (fond) stuck to the bottom of the inner pot.
- 3. **Layer Ingredients:** Add remaining ingredients and at least 1 cup of thin liquid.
- 4. **Pressure Cook:** Secure the lid and turn the steam release valve to **Sealing**. Select **Pressure Cook / Manual (High)** and set the timer for **40 minutes**.
- 5. **Pressure Release:** When the timer beeps, perform a **Quick Pressure Release (QR)**.
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