Description
A classic Southern-style squash casserole made with tender yellow squash, onions, creamy cheese, and a buttery cracker topping. Perfect as a comforting side dish for any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs yellow squash, sliced thin
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
- ½ cup milk or sour cream
- ¼ cup butter
- 1 cup crushed buttery crackers (like Ritz)
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp onion powder
- ¼ tsp paprika
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Sauté the sliced squash and chopped onion in butter over medium heat until softened, about 10 minutes. Drain any excess liquid.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the sautéed vegetables with eggs, milk or sour cream, cheddar cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix until fully combined.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased casserole dish and spread evenly.
- Top with crushed buttery crackers and a bit of extra cheese if desired.
- Bake uncovered for 30–35 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and bubbly.
- Let cool for a few minutes before serving warm.
Notes
You can substitute sour cream for a richer flavor. For a crispier topping, broil for the last 2 minutes of baking. Great with roasted chicken or barbecue.
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Cook Time: 35 mins
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: Southern American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: squash casserole, yellow squash, southern recipe, comfort food, cheesy bake