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Hominy Squash Skillet

Hominy Squash Skillet
This original recipe from my mother captures the flavors of the South. I make it for family dinners and barbecues and even Thanksgiving.
10 ServingsPrep: 20 min. Cook: 25 min.

Ingredients

  • 4 cups sliced yellow summer squash
  • 1 egg, lightly beaten
  • 1 cup cornmeal
  • 1/2 cup plus 1 tablespoon butter, divided
  • 3/4 cup chopped onion
  • 1/3 cup chopped sweet red pepper
  • 1/3 cup chopped green pepper
  • 1 can (15 ounces) white hominy, rinsed and drained
  • 1 can (15 ounces) yellow hominy, rinsed and drained
  • 3/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper

Directions

  • In a large bowl, toss squash with egg. Place the cornmeal in a large
  • resealable plastic bag. Add squash slices, a few at a time, and
  • shake to coat. Let stand for 10 minutes.
  • In a large skillet, melt 1/4 cup butter. Add half of the squash. Cook
  • over medium heat until browned on both sides, about 5 minutes.
  • Remove to paper towels to drain. Repeat with remaining squash and
  • 1/4 cup butter; set aside and keep warm.
  • In another skillet, saute the onion and peppers in remaining butter
  • until tender. Add the hominy, salt and pepper; cook and stir until
  • heated through and golden brown. Stir in the reserved squash. Serve
  • immediately. Yield: 10 servings.
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Nutrition Facts: 1 serving (3/4 cup) equals 205 calories, 11 g fat (7 g saturated fat), 49 mg cholesterol, 649 mg sodium, 23 g carbohydrate, 4 g fiber, 3 g protein.
© Taste of Home 2013