Addictive Yellow Squash Casserole

Creamy, cheesy, and irresistibly crunchy, this Addictive Yellow Squash Casserole is the ultimate comfort food side dish that will steal the spotlight at any meal. Featuring tender slices of sautéed yellow squash and onions, seasoned perfectly with garlic, salt, and pepper, this casserole is folded into a rich mixture of sharp cheddar cheese, tangy sour cream, and lightly beaten eggs for a velvety base. Topped with a buttery, golden crumble of crushed Ritz crackers and grated Parmesan, it emerges from the oven bubbling and aromatic, ready to delight your taste buds. Perfect for holidays, potlucks, or a cozy family dinner, this squash casserole is quick to prepare, bakes to perfection in just 40 minutes, and serves up cheesy, savory goodness in every bite! Try it once, and it’s sure to become a staple on your table.

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 6 medium (sliced into 1/4-inch rounds) yellow squash
• 1 small (finely diced) onion
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 4 tablespoons butter
• 2 cloves (minced) garlic
• 1.5 cups (shredded) sharp cheddar cheese
• 1 cup sour cream
• 2 large (lightly beaten) eggs
• 1.5 cups (crushed) Ritz crackers
• 0.25 cup (grated) parmesan cheese
• 2 tablespoons (melted, for topping) butter

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9x13-inch casserole dish.

Step 2

In a large skillet over medium heat, melt 4 tablespoons of butter. Add the sliced yellow squash, diced onion, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Sauté for 8-10 minutes until the squash is slightly tender. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded cheddar cheese, sour cream, and beaten eggs. Mix well.

Step 4

Fold the sautéed squash and onion mixture into the bowl with the cheese mixture. Stir gently until everything is well combined.

Step 5

Transfer the mixture into the prepared casserole dish, spreading it out evenly.

Step 6

In a small bowl, mix the crushed Ritz crackers, grated parmesan cheese, and 2 tablespoons of melted butter. Sprinkle this topping evenly over the squash mixture.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 30-40 minutes, or until the casserole is bubbly and the topping is golden brown.

Step 8

Let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy this addictive side dish!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1995.3 grams (1995.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2596

Total Fat 207.20g	266%
Saturated Fat 117.80g	589%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.10g
Cholesterol 888mg	296%
Sodium 4903mg	213%
Total Carbohydrate 123.00g	45%
Dietary Fiber 14.30g	51%
Total Sugars 59.90g
Protein 89.50g	179%

Vitamin D 95IU	477%
Calcium 2111mg	162%
Iron 11mg	61%
Potassium 3057mg	65%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 68.7%

Protein: 13.2%

Carbs: 18.1%