Description
Yellow Squash Casserole is a comforting and flavorful dish that highlights the fresh tastes of summer squash. This cheesy bake is perfect for family gatherings, potlucks, or as a cozy weeknight dinner. With its creamy texture and delightful crunch from buttery crackers, this casserole is sure to please both kids and adults alike. Easy to prepare in just 15 minutes, it’s an excellent choice for busy days. Serve it as a side dish or as a hearty main course; its versatility makes it suitable for any occasion. Enjoy this delicious casserole hot from the oven, and savor every bite!
Ingredients
- 4 cups sliced yellow squash
- ½ cup chopped onion
- ¼ cup water
- 35 buttery round crackers, crushed
- 1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
- 2 eggs, beaten
- ¾ cup milk
- ¼ cup butter, melted
- Salt and ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté the chopped onion and sliced squash with water until softened (about 5 minutes). Drain well.
- In a mixing bowl, combine crushed crackers and shredded Cheddar cheese.
- In another bowl, beat together eggs and milk.
- In the drained squash mixture, add half of the cracker-cheese mixture, melted butter, egg-milk mixture, salt, and pepper. Mix gently until combined.
- Transfer to a greased 9×9-inch baking dish; top with remaining cracker mixture and dot with butter.
- Bake for approximately 25 minutes or until golden brown on top.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 casserole (approximately 145g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
Keywords: For added nutrition, consider incorporating other vegetables such as zucchini or bell peppers. To make a dairy-free version, substitute dairy ingredients with plant-based alternatives like almond milk and dairy-free cheese. This casserole can be assembled ahead of time; simply store it in the refrigerator before baking.