Braised Yellow Crookneck Squash with Bacon
Braised Yellow Crookneck Squash with Bacon brings together tender summer squash, mellow Vidalia onions, and smoky bacon for a comforting Southern-style side. The gentle simmer coaxes sweetness from the vegetables while the bacon adds depth and a hint of salt, perfect alongside grilled meats or a hearty weeknight dinner.
- Prep10 mins
- Cook50 mins
- Serves2
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Braised Yellow Crookneck Squash with Bacon, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 42 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityFair
- 47 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 100 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 82
- Heart Health
- 46
- Metabolic
- 59
- Digestive
- 46
- Inflammatory
- 42
- Performance
- 62
- General Wellness
- 1
Cut the bacon into 1/4-inch-thick strips (lardons); set aside. Slice the squash and set aside.
- 2
Cook and stir the bacon lardons in a large saucepan over medium heat until crispy, 5 to 7 minutes. Add the squash, onion, sugar, salt, and pepper to the bacon and drippings in the pan. Pour in enough water to cover. Cook over medium-low heat for 45 minutes. Much of the water will evaporate; add more if needed.
- Calories 170.27 kcal Moderate 9%
- Protein 4.73 g Low Source 9%
- Carbohydrate 39.99 g 15%
- Total Fat 0.12 g Low Source 0%
- Saturated Fat 0.06 g Low Source 0%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 0.0 mg Low Source 0%
- Sodium 124.17 mg Moderate 5%
- Dietary Fiber 12.75 g Good Source 46%
- Total Sugars 27.64 g --
- Added Sugars 4.96 g Moderate 10%
- Calcium 111.13 mg Low Source 9%
- Iron 1.96 mg Moderate 11%
- Potassium 115.28 mg Low Source 2%
- Vitamin A 375.8 mcg Good Source 42%
- Vitamin C 68.03 mg Good Source 76%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Onions 🧅
About This Recipe
Braised Yellow Crookneck Squash with Bacon is a Southern Recipes side dish recipe made with 7 ingredients. It takes about 1 hr, serves 2, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Bacon Bits, Black Pepper, Salt, and Sugar. Each serving provides about 170.27 kcal, and is a good source of fiber.
Recipe Questions
- What is Braised Yellow Crookneck Squash with Bacon?
- It is a Southern Recipes recipe made with 7 ingredients, usually served for side dish.
- What is Braised Yellow Crookneck Squash with Bacon made of?
- The main ingredients are Bacon Bits, Black Pepper, Salt, Sugar, Summer Squash. The full list of 7 is above.
- How long does it take to make Braised Yellow Crookneck Squash with Bacon?
- About 1 hr in total: 10 mins to prepare and 50 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 170.27 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Braised Yellow Crookneck Squash with Bacon easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 7 ingredients and 2 steps.
- Is Braised Yellow Crookneck Squash with Bacon healthy?
- Braised Yellow Crookneck Squash with Bacon has an easyChef Pro health score of 58/100. Per serving, it provides 170.27 calories and 4.73 g of protein, or 9% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of dietary fiber, vitamin A and vitamin C. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 124.17 mg (5% of the Daily Value) and added sugars at 4.96 g (10% of the Daily Value). It contains Onions, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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