4 yellow crookneck squashes
1 tablespoon butter
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
6 slices bacon strips
2 large eggs
1/2 cup milk
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 cups (8 ounces) shredded sharp cheddar cheese
1 (9-inch) unbaked pie shell
Chop squash into bite size pieces and place in a medium saucepan. Add butter, salt, pepper and enough water to cover; boil until tender, about 5 minutes, drain.
Fry bacon until crisp in a medium skillet; set aside on a paper towel. Chop into small pieces when cool.
In a mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, milk and flour. Add squash, cheddar cheese and bacon; mix to combine and pour into the pie shell.
Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 40 minutes, or until center is set. Let stand for a few minutes before serving.
makes 8 servings.