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A close-up of a serving of Southern Squash Casserole being lifted from a glass baking dish.

Southern Squash Casserole

Southern Squash Casserole is a classic comfort dish that finds its way onto many Southern tables. The rich, creamy filling and buttery cracker topping make it a favorite at family gatherings and holiday feasts.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 8 Servings
Calories 213 kcal

Equipment

  • Cutting board & knife
  • Large mixing bowl
  • Skillet
  • Microwave-safe bowl or small saucepan
  •  2-quart baking dish
  • Nonstick cooking spray
  • Oven

Ingredients
  

  • 2 lb yellow squash about 5 squash - sliced ⅓ inch thick
  • 1/2 diced sweet onion
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 can cream of mushroom 10.5 oz.
  • 4 ounces cream cheese softened
  • 1 egg
  • 8 oz shredded sharp cheddar cheese divided
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp fresh ground black pepper

TOPPING

  • 1 sleeve of Ritz crackers crushed about 25 crackers
  • 1/2 stick melted butter

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 375°F and spray a 2-quart baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
  • Wash the squash thoroughly and slice it into ⅓-inch rounds. Transfer to a large bowl and set aside.
  • In a pan over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the diced onion and sauté for about 5-6 minutes until soft and translucent.
  • Add the cream cheese to the warm onion mixture and stir until smooth and creamy.
  • In a separate bowl, mix together the soup, softened cream cheese, egg, half of the shredded cheese, salt, and pepper. Pour this mixture over the sliced squash and stir until everything is well coated.
  • Spoon the squash mixture into the prepared casserole dish, spreading it evenly and pressing it down lightly.
  • Place the crackers in a zipper-top bag and crush them using a rolling pin or your hands. Melt the butter and mix it into the crushed crackers. Stir in the remaining cheese.
  • Sprinkle the buttery cracker topping evenly over the casserole. Place in the oven and bake for 20-25 minutes or until the top is golden brown and the casserole is bubbling.
  • Let the casserole rest for a few minutes before serving. Serve warm and enjoy a true Southern classic!

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 213kcalCarbohydrates: 7gProtein: 10gFat: 17gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 67mgSodium: 403mgPotassium: 373mgFiber: 1gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 777IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 240mgIron: 1mg

A Note on Nutritional Information

Nutritional information for this recipe is provided as a courtesy and is calculated based on available online ingredient information. It is only an approximate value. The accuracy of the nutritional information for any recipe on this site cannot be guaranteed.

Keyword Easy squash casserole, Southern squash casserole, Yellow squash casserole
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