Description
This Cheesy Southern Squash Casserole is a comforting dish that combines tender, sautéed yellow squash with a rich, creamy cheese sauce. The golden, bubbly top is perfectly crispy, while the interior is soft and flavorful, creating a delightful contrast in texture and taste.
Ingredients
Scale
- Vegetables:
- 4 cups yellow squash, sliced
- 1 cup onion, chopped
- Dairy:
- 1 cup sour cream
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup milk
- Seasonings:
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Other:
- 1 cup crushed buttery crackers
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large skillet, sauté the sliced yellow squash and chopped onion over medium heat for about 5-7 minutes, until they are tender and slightly translucent.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the sautéed vegetables, sour cream, 1 cup of cheddar cheese, milk, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until fully combined.
- Transfer the mixture into a greased 9×13 inch baking dish.
- In a separate bowl, mix the crushed crackers with melted butter and the remaining 1 cup of cheddar cheese. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the casserole.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and bubbly.
- Remove from the oven and let it cool for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- This casserole can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days before baking.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- For a lighter version, substitute Greek yogurt for sour cream.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: side dish
- Method: baking
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 of the casserole
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3 grams
- Sodium: 450 milligrams
- Fat: 15 grams
- Saturated Fat: 8 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 20 grams
- Fiber: 2 grams
- Protein: 8 grams
- Cholesterol: 30 milligrams
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