Fantastic Yellow Squash Casserole
Turn your summer squash bounty into a crowd-pleasing dish with this Fantastic Yellow Squash Casserole—a comforting classic packed with rich, cheesy goodness and a satisfyingly buttery crunch. Thinly sliced yellow squash is sautéed with garlic and onions for a flavorful base, then folded into a creamy mixture of sour cream, egg, and melted cheddar cheese. Topped with golden, buttery Ritz cracker crumbs and an extra sprinkle of cheese, this casserole bakes to bubbly perfection in just 30 minutes. Perfect as a vibrant side dish for family dinners, potlucks, or holidays, it showcases the best of seasonal produce in a way that’s both hearty and irresistible. Simple to prepare and brimming with comforting flavors, this recipe is a must-try for anyone looking to enjoy a taste of summer all year long!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups (sliced) yellow squash
- 1 cup (chopped) onion
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1.5 cups (shredded) cheddar cheese
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 large egg
- 4 tablespoons (melted) butter
- 2 cups (crumbled) Ritz crackers
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cloves (minced) garlic
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish and set it aside.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and garlic, cooking until onions are soft and translucent, about 5 minutes.
Add the sliced yellow squash to the skillet, and cook for an additional 5 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the squash starts to soften. Season the mixture with salt and black pepper.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the sour cream and egg until well combined. Stir in 1 cup of the shredded cheddar cheese.
Add the cooked squash and onion mixture to the bowl, and gently fold until the ingredients are evenly coated.
Transfer the mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it out in an even layer.
In a small bowl, combine the crumbled Ritz crackers and melted butter. Stir until the crumbs are evenly coated.
Sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup of shredded cheddar cheese over the casserole, followed by an even layer of the buttered cracker crumbs.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and bubbly.
Remove from the oven and let the casserole cool for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy your fantastic yellow squash casserole!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2416 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 188.5 g | 242% | |
| Saturated Fat | 94.4 g | 472% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 607 mg | 202% | |
| Sodium | 5052 mg | 220% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 130.8 g | 48% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.0 g | 29% | |
| Total Sugars | 44.2 g | ||
| Protein | 63.4 g | 127% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.6 mcg | 8% | |
| Calcium | 1209 mg | 93% | |
| Iron | 7.6 mg | 42% | |
| Potassium | 1987 mg | 42% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
