Description
Southern Squash Casserole is a beloved comfort dish that elevates any meal with its creamy texture and flavorful blend of yellow squash, cheese, and a crispy buttered cracker topping. Perfect for family gatherings or casual dinners, this casserole is sure to impress even the pickiest eaters. With its savory flavor profile and ease of preparation, it’s an excellent side dish that complements a variety of main courses like grilled meats or fried chicken. Whether you’re preparing for a holiday feast or a weeknight dinner, this Southern classic is both satisfying and simple to make, ensuring it becomes a staple on your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds yellow squash (sliced)
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1/2 cup diced onion
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 3/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 large egg (beaten)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup butter crackers (finely crushed)
Instructions
- Sauté diced onions in 1 tablespoon of melted butter until soft.
- Add sliced yellow squash and cook until tender.
- Drain excess moisture using a colander lined with a towel.
- In a mixing bowl, combine drained squash mixture with spices, sour cream, egg, and cheeses.
- Mix crushed crackers with remaining melted butter and Parmesan for the topping.
- Assemble the casserole by spreading the squash mixture in a greased baking dish and topping it with the cracker mix.
- Bake at 350°F for approximately 25 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 80mg