Cheesy Southern Squash Casserole
This Cheesy Southern Squash Casserole. Is an authentic Southern classic. Combining fresh yellow squash, and creamy cheeses. And a buttery cracker topping. The tender squash. And onions. Are baked in a rich. And flavorful mixture. With just a hint of spice. From the cayenne pepper. While the golden cracker crust. Adds the perfect crunch. Whether you're making it. For a family dinner. Or bringing it to a potluck. This casserole is guaranteed. To be a hit. It’s the ideal side dish. For those craving. A bit of comfort. And nostalgia.
8 Servings
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 5 yellow squash sliced into 1/4-inch rounds
- 1 medium onion chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper optional
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 c shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 c shredded pepper jack cheese
- 8 oz sour cream
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 sleeve of buttery crackers such as Ritz, crushed
- 2 tbsp melted butter
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F.
- Melt 2 tablespoons of butter. In a large skillet. Over medium heat. Add the sliced squash and onions. And season with salt, and pepper. And optional cayenne. Cook until the squash. And onions are softened.
- In a large mixing bowl. Whisk together the eggs. With shredded cheddar, Pepper Jack cheese, and sour cream. Stir in the cooked squash. And onions. Until everything. Is well mixed.
- Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish. And pour in the squash mixture. Spread the crushed crackers evenly. Over the top. And drizzle with the melted butter. Bake for 30-40 minutes. Or until the top. Is golden brown. And crispy.
Notes
To make this Cheesy Southern Squash Casserole gluten-free. Simply swap out the all-purpose flour. For a gluten-free alternative, like a 1-to-1 baking mix. Which will keep the texture of the casserole intact. For the topping. Use gluten-free crackers. Which are widely available. In most grocery stores. These easy substitutions. Will allow you to enjoy. The creamy, cheesy goodness of this casserole. Without compromising on flavor!