Description
Southern Squash Casserole is a comforting and creamy dish made with tender yellow squash, cheese, and a buttery cracker topping. It’s a classic side perfect for holidays or any hearty Southern meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 cups sliced yellow squash (about 4–5 medium squash)
- 1/2 cup chopped onion
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp butter (for sautéing)
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 sleeve buttery crackers (like Ritz), crushed
- 2 tbsp butter, melted (for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- In a large skillet, melt 1 tbsp of butter over medium heat. Add squash and onion, and cook until tender, about 10 minutes. Drain any excess liquid.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked squash mixture with sour cream, mayonnaise, shredded cheese, eggs, salt, and pepper. Mix until well blended.
- Fold in half of the crushed crackers.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly.
- Top with the remaining crushed crackers and drizzle with melted butter.
- Bake for 30–35 minutes or until golden and bubbly.
- Let sit for 5–10 minutes before serving.
Notes
- You can substitute mayonnaise with Greek yogurt for a lighter version.
- Add a pinch of cayenne or hot sauce for a little kick.
- Make ahead by assembling and refrigerating—just add the topping before baking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
Keywords: southern squash casserole, squash bake, cheesy squash casserole, yellow squash recipe, vegetable side dish