Description

This Southern Squash Casserole is a creamy and cheesy dish that’s perfect for any family gathering or potluck. Made with fresh yellow squash, it combines savory flavors and a crunchy topping for a delightful taste experience.

Ingredients

Scale

2 pounds yellow squash sliced ¼ inch thick (about 5 medium sized squash)

¼ cup butter

½ cup diced onion

½ teaspoon garlic powder

¾ teaspoon salt

½ teaspoon black pepper

½ cup sour cream

1 large egg beaten

1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

½ cup grated Parmesan cheese

1 cup butter crackers finely crushed (about 25 crackers)

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat and sauté the diced onion until translucent, about 5 minutes.
Add the sliced squash to the skillet and cook until tender, about 8-10 minutes.
Remove from heat and stir in garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
In a large bowl, mix the sour cream, beaten egg, cheddar cheese, and Parmesan cheese.
Combine the squash mixture with the cheese mixture and pour into a greased baking dish.
Top with crushed butter crackers for a crunchy topping.
Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown.
Let cool for a few minutes before serving.

Notes

For extra flavor, consider adding cooked crumbled bacon or fresh herbs to the mixture before baking.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Category: Side Dish
Method: baking
Cuisine: Southern American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 1 serving
Calories: 285 kcal
Sugar: 5 g
Sodium: 540 mg
Fat: 20 g
Saturated Fat: 11 g
Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 14 g
Fiber: 2 g
Protein: 10 g
Cholesterol: 75 mg

Keywords: Southern Squash Casserole, squash recipe, casserole, American cuisine, comfort food