Description
Discover the Southern Squash Casserole Recipe: A Must-Try Delight! This creamy, cheesy dish is a staple in Southern cuisine, combining tender yellow squash with rich cheddar cheese and a buttery cracker topping. Whether you’re hosting a family gathering or looking for a quick weeknight meal, this casserole is sure to impress. It’s easy to prepare, takes less than an hour from start to finish, and pairs beautifully with grilled meats or as part of a hearty breakfast. With its comforting texture and savory flavors, this casserole will quickly become a favorite at your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds yellow squash, sliced
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup crushed buttery crackers
- 1/2 cup milk
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 2-quart baking dish.
- In a large pot, boil the sliced squash and chopped onion for about 5 minutes until tender, then drain.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the cooked vegetables with cheddar cheese, crushed crackers, milk, eggs, melted butter, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika. Mix until well incorporated.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until golden brown on top.
- Allow to cool for about 5 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 of the casserole (approximately 130g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 430mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 110mg