Description
This classic squash casserole recipe combines tender yellow squash, savory cheese, and a crispy cracker topping. It’s a comforting and delicious dish perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups sliced yellow squash
- ½ cup chopped onion
- ¼ cup water, or more as needed
- 35 buttery round crackers, crushed
- 1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- ¾ cup milk
- ¼ cup butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ground black pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons butter
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large skillet, combine squash, onion, and water. Cook over medium heat until squash is tender, about 5 minutes. Drain well.
- In a large bowl, combine the squash mixture, crackers, and cheese. Mix well.
- In a separate bowl, mix together eggs, milk, melted butter, salt, and pepper. Stir into the squash mixture.
- Transfer the mixture to a 9×13 inch baking dish. Dot with the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes, or until lightly browned.
Notes
- This squash casserole recipe is perfect for a family dinner and can be easily doubled for larger gatherings. Adjust the seasoning to taste, and feel free to add herbs like thyme or rosemary for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 660mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 100mg