Description
This Southern Squash Casserole is a comforting and hearty dish that combines tender yellow squash with a creamy mixture of cheeses and spices, topped with a crunchy layer of butter crackers.
Ingredients
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 large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté until translucent.
- Add the sliced yellow squash to the skillet. Sprinkle with garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Cook until the squash is tender, about 5-7 minutes.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the sour cream, beaten egg, cheddar cheese, and Parmesan cheese. Mix well.
- Add the cooked squash mixture to the bowl and stir until everything is well combined.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish and top with crushed butter crackers.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown.
- Allow to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy your Southern Squash Casserole!
Notes
For a spicier version, consider adding diced jalapeños or a dash of hot sauce to the mixture. This casserole can also be made ahead and baked just before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: baking
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 260 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 480 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 14 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 9 g
- Cholesterol: 65 mg
Keywords: Southern Squash Casserole, yellow squash recipe, casserole recipes, comfort food, Southern cooking