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Southern Squash Casserole is a must-try comfort dish.

This Southern squash casserole is a comfort food classic—creamy, cheesy, and topped with a buttery cracker crust. It’s the perfect side dish for holidays, potlucks, or cozy family dinners, bringing warmth and nostalgia to every bite.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Southern
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 cups yellow squash sliced
  • 1 small onion chopped
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • ½ cup sour cream
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 egg beaten
  • 1 sleeve buttery crackers crushed
  • 2 tablespoons melted butter

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
  2. In a skillet over medium heat, melt 2 tablespoons butter. Add squash and onion, cooking until tender, about 8–10 minutes. Drain any excess liquid.
  3. In a large bowl, combine cooked squash mixture, cheddar cheese, sour cream, salt, pepper, and beaten egg. Mix until well combined.
  4. Transfer mixture to a greased 8x8-inch baking dish.
  5. Top with crushed crackers and drizzle with melted butter.
  6. Bake for 25–30 minutes, until golden brown and bubbly.

Notes

  • For a deeper flavor, add a pinch of garlic powder or a dash of hot sauce. Use Ritz crackers for a rich, buttery topping.

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