Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds yellow summer squash, sliced into ¼-inch rounds
- 1 large sweet onion, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons salted butter
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
- ¾ cup sour cream
- ¼ cup mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon granulated garlic
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- ¾ cup crushed butter crackers (approximately 18–20 crackers)
- 2 tablespoons melted butter (for topping)
Instructions
- Begin by washing your squash thoroughly and slicing it into uniform ¼-inch rounds.
- In a large pot, combine the sliced squash with chopped onions and add just enough water to cover them. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce to a simmer and cook for 10-12 minutes until the squash is tender.
- Drain the cooked squash and onion mixture in a colander and press gently with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
- In a mixing bowl, combine sour cream, mayonnaise, beaten eggs, granulated garlic, salt, and pepper. Mix until smooth.
- Add the drained squash and onion mixture to the creamy base and fold in ¾ cup of shredded cheddar cheese.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased 2-quart casserole dish. Sprinkle the remaining ¼ cup of cheddar cheese on top and combine crushed butter crackers with melted butter before topping the casserole.
- Bake in a preheated 350°F oven for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and bubbling, broiling for an additional 2 minutes if desired.
Notes
For a lighter version, substitute sour cream with Greek yogurt and use whole grain crackers for added fiber.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop and Baking
- Cuisine: Southern
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: ½ cup
- Calories: 285
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: squash casserole, Southern recipe, comfort food, vegetarian dish, Trisha Yearwood