Description
A creamy and comforting Summer Squash Casserole made with tender yellow squash, cheddar cheese, and a buttery cracker topping. Perfect as a side dish for any summer meal.
Ingredients
- 4 cups sliced yellow squash
- 1/2 cup chopped onion
- 1 cup grated cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup crushed buttery crackers
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 2-quart baking dish.
- In a large skillet, cook the sliced squash and chopped onion over medium heat until tender, about 10 minutes. Drain any excess liquid.
- In a large bowl, mix the cooked squash and onions with cheddar cheese, sour cream, mayonnaise, salt, and black pepper.
- Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle the crushed buttery crackers evenly over the top and drizzle with melted butter.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the casserole is bubbly.
- Let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- Use fresh yellow squash for best flavor and texture.
- You can substitute zucchini for a variation or use a mix of both.
- Add chopped fresh herbs like parsley or thyme for extra flavor.
- For a crispier topping, broil for the last 1-2 minutes of baking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
