Slap Your Mama It’s So Delicious Southern Squash Casserole

If you’re looking for the ultimate comfort food, this Southern Squash Casserole is a must-try! Packed with tender yellow squash, a rich cheesy filling, and topped with a golden, buttery cracker crust, it’s a dish that’s beloved across the South. Perfect for holidays, potlucks, or a weeknight side dish, this casserole is guaranteed to steal the spotlight at your table.

Ingredients:

• 6 cups yellow squash, sliced
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1/2 cup sour cream
• 1/2 cup mayonnaise
• 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 sleeve Ritz crackers, crushed
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

Equipment:

• Large skillet
• Mixing bowls
• 9×13-inch baking dish
• Spoon or spatula
• Knife and cutting board

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
2. In a large skillet over medium heat, melt 2 tablespoons of butter. Add the sliced squash and chopped onion, sautéing until tender (about 8-10 minutes). Drain any excess liquid and set aside.
3. In a mixing bowl, combine the shredded cheddar cheese, sour cream, mayonnaise, eggs, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Stir until smooth.
4. Fold the sautéed squash and onions into the cheese mixture, ensuring everything is evenly coated.
5. Pour the squash mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly.
6. Sprinkle the crushed Ritz crackers over the top of the casserole. Drizzle with the melted butter for a golden, crispy topping.
7. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the top is bubbly and golden brown.
8. Remove from the oven and let cool for 5 minutes before serving.

Tips:

• For extra flavor, mix in a handful of crumbled cooked bacon or diced ham.
• Use a combination of yellow squash and zucchini for added color and texture.
• Make this dish ahead of time by assembling the casserole (minus the cracker topping), covering it, and refrigerating. Add the topping just before baking.

This Southern Squash Casserole is pure comfort in a dish. With its creamy filling and buttery, crunchy topping, it’s a recipe you’ll come back to time and again. Whether it’s a holiday feast or a weeknight dinner, this casserole is guaranteed to have everyone asking for seconds!

Slap Your Mama It’s So Delicious Southern Squash Casserole

Dive into this classic Southern Squash Casserole that’s so good, it might just make you slap your mama! Creamy, cheesy, and topped with a buttery crunch, it’s the perfect comfort dish for any meal.

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Equipment

• Large skillet
• Mixing bowls
• 9x13-inch baking dish
• Spoon or spatula
• Knife and cutting board

Ingredients

  

• 6 cups yellow squash sliced
• 1 medium onion finely chopped
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1/2 cup sour cream
• 1/2 cup mayonnaise
• 2 large eggs lightly beaten
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 sleeve Ritz crackers crushed
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter melted

Instructions

 

• Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
• In a large skillet over medium heat, melt 2 tablespoons of butter. Add the sliced squash and chopped onion, sautéing until tender (about 8-10 minutes). Drain any excess liquid and set aside.
• In a mixing bowl, combine the shredded cheddar cheese, sour cream, mayonnaise, eggs, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Stir until smooth.
• Fold the sautéed squash and onions into the cheese mixture, ensuring everything is evenly coated.
• Pour the squash mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly.
• Sprinkle the crushed Ritz crackers over the top of the casserole. Drizzle with the melted butter for a golden, crispy topping.
• Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the top is bubbly and golden brown.
• Remove from the oven and let cool for 5 minutes before serving.