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Southern Squash Casserole: A Comforting Family Favorite!

Southern Squash Casserole is a comforting dish made with tender yellow squash, onions, and a creamy cheese mixture, topped with buttery crackers for a delightful crunch.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Casserole
Cuisine: Southern
Calories: 210

Ingredients
  

  • 2 pounds yellow squash sliced
  • 1 medium onion chopped
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup crushed buttery crackers like Ritz
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 2 large eggs beaten
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 2-quart baking dish.
  2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced squash and chopped onion. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes until the squash is tender and the onion is translucent.
  3. Remove the skillet from heat and let the mixture cool slightly. Stir in the salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika.
  4. In a large bowl, combine the sautéed squash mixture, shredded cheddar cheese, sour cream, and beaten eggs. Mix until well combined.
  5. Fold in half of the crushed crackers, then pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish. Top with the remaining crushed crackers.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the casserole is set.
  7. Let it cool for about 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 8gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3g

Notes

  • For added flavor, mix in cooked crumbled bacon or sausage to the squash mixture.
  • Substitute zucchini for half of the yellow squash for a different flavor profile and texture.

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