Description
This Southern Squash Casserole is a creamy, cheesy dish that showcases the delicious flavors of yellow squash. Baked to golden perfection, it makes a fantastic side dish for any meal or a comforting main course.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds yellow squash, sliced 1/4 inch thick (about 5 medium-sized squash)
- 1/4 cup butter, divided
- 1/2 cup diced onion
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 3/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 large egg, beaten
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided
- 1 cup butter crackers (such as Ritz), finely crushed (about 25 crackers)
Instructions
- Sauté Onions and Squash: In a large pan over medium heat, melt 1 tablespoon of butter. Add the diced onion and sauté for 7-8 minutes until soft and translucent. Add the sliced squash and cook for 10-12 minutes, stirring frequently until the squash is soft and releases moisture.
- Drain Excess Moisture: Place a towel in a colander to prevent the squash from slipping through. Transfer the cooked squash and onions into the towel-lined colander. Let it drain for at least 5 minutes, pressing out any extra moisture.
- Prepare Squash Mixture: In a large bowl, combine the drained squash and onions, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, sour cream, beaten egg, cheddar cheese, and 1/4 cup of the Parmesan cheese. Stir until well combined.
- Prepare Cracker Topping: Melt the remaining 3 tablespoons of butter. In a small bowl, mix the melted butter, crushed crackers, and remaining 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese.
- Assemble and Bake: Scrape the squash mixture into a 1.5-quart baking dish (8×8 inches or similar). Sprinkle the cracker topping evenly over the top.
- Bake: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the casserole for 25 minutes, or until golden and bubbly.
Notes
- For added richness, consider mixing in some cream cheese or adding cooked bacon to the squash mixture.
- This casserole can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator until ready to bake.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Casserole
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 50mg