Description
A creamy and comforting Southern classic, this casserole features tender yellow squash, rich cheeses, and buttery cracker topping, perfect for family meals or holiday feasts.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds yellow squash (sliced ¼ inch thick, about 5 medium-sized squash)
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1/2 cup diced onion
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 3/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 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
- Sauté the aromatics: In a large pan set over medium heat, melt 1 tablespoon of butter. Add the diced onion and sauté for 7–8 minutes, or until soft and translucent.
- Cook the squash: Add the sliced squash to the pan and cook for 10–12 minutes, stirring frequently to promote moisture release and prevent browning. Once the squash is tender, remove it from the heat.
- Drain the mixture: Place a towel in a colander to catch the cooked squash and onions. Let them drain for at least 5 minutes, pressing out any extra moisture.
- Combine ingredients: In a large bowl, stir together the drained squash and onions, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, sour cream, beaten egg, and 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese.
- Prep the topping: In a separate bowl, melt the remaining 3 tablespoons of butter. Stir in the remaining 1/4 cup of Parmesan cheese into the crushed butter crackers, mixing until well combined.
- Assemble the casserole: Scrape the squash mixture into a 1.5 qt baking dish. Then, sprinkle the buttery cracker mixture evenly over the top.
- Bake: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the casserole for 25 minutes, or until it’s bubbly and golden brown on top.
Notes
Make-ahead option: Prepare the casserole one day before and refrigerate. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 30mg