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Southern Squash Casserole

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My grandmother’s Southern Squash Casserole recipe transforms yellow squash into a creamy, cheesy comfort food with a golden buttery cracker topping. Try this family favorite today!

Ingredients

  • 4 cups yellow squash, sliced
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 2 tbsp butter plus more for topping
  • 2 large eggs, beaten
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1 sleeve (about 30) buttery round crackers, crushed
  • Salt & pepper to taste
  • Optional: pinch of garlic powder or paprika

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F and butter a 2-quart baking dish.
  2. In a large skillet, melt 2 tbsp butter over medium heat.
  3. Add onion and cook until translucent, about 3 minutes.
  4. Add sliced squash, salt, and pepper. Cook until tender but still firm, 5-7 minutes.
  5. In a large bowl, combine beaten eggs and sour cream.
  6. Add cooked squash mixture, cheese, and half the crushed crackers. Mix well.
  7. Transfer to prepared baking dish.
  8. Top with remaining crackers and dot with butter.
  9. Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden and bubbly.
  10. Let rest 5-10 minutes before serving.

Find it online: https://www.kitchenmomy.com/southern-squash-casserole/