Description
This Southern Squash Casserole is a creamy and cheesy dish that makes the perfect side for any meal, packed with flavor and comfort.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds yellow squash sliced ¼ inch thick (about 5 medium sized squash)
- ¼ cup butter
- ½ cup diced onion
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¾ teaspoon salt
- ½ 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
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Add the sliced squash, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper to the skillet. Cook until the squash is tender, about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Remove from heat and let cool slightly. In a large bowl, combine the cooled squash mixture with sour cream, beaten egg, cheddar cheese, and Parmesan cheese.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish and top with the crushed butter crackers.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and let sit for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
For added flavor, you can mix in some cooked bacon or add fresh herbs such as parsley or thyme.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 285 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 540 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 11 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 14 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 10 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg
Keywords: Southern Squash Casserole, squash, casserole, southern cooking, comfort food, side dish