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Creamy Chayotes (Merlitons)

Creamy Chayotes (Merlitons)
Creamy Chayotes (Merlitons) might be just the side dish you are searching for. This recipe serves 8. Watching your figure? This vegetarian recipe has 142 calories, 4g of protein, and 9g of fat per serving. A mixture of pepper, knudsen cream, flour, and a handful of other ingredients are all it takes to make this recipe so yummy. From preparation to the plate, this recipe takes approximately 25 minutes.

Instructions

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Bring 2 qt. water to boil in large saucepan.
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Add chayotes; boil 6 min. or until tender.
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Drain chayotes, then cover to keep warm.
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Heat dressing in medium saucepan.
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Add onions and garlic; cook and stir 3 min.
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Add flour; stir with wire whisk until well blended. Cook 2 min., stirring constantly.
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Add 2% milk, evaporated milk and seasonings; mix well. Cook 3 min., stirring constantly. Reduce heat to low.
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8
Add sour cream; stir until well blended. (Do not boil.)
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Remove from heat.
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Place chayotes in serving bowl.
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Add the sour cream sauce; toss to coat.
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DifficultyMedium
Ready In25 m.
Servings8
Health Score4
Vegetarian
DietsLacto Ovo Vegetarian
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