Squash Casserole Recipe
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Squash Casserole Recipe
Description
Squash Casserole Recipe features sliced yellow squash sautéed with chopped onions until tender, then combined with a mixture of beaten eggs, grated cheddar cheese, and milk. Butter is incorporated to add richness and depth of flavor. Seasoned with salt, black pepper, and optional cayenne pepper, the mixture is poured into a casserole dish and topped with crushed Ritz crackers for a crisp finish. Baking at 350ºF for 45 minutes sets the custard and crisps the cracker topping. After resting briefly, the casserole offers a creamy, slightly spicy vegetable side with a pleasing crunch.
The texture balances soft squash and onions against the golden cracker crust, enhanced by the melted cheddar for savory richness. It can accompany meat or poultry dishes or serve as a vegetarian option on the table.
Since the casserole firms up as it cools, letting it sit for a few minutes before serving helps it hold its shape. The use of butter and cheese contributes to a luscious mouthfeel without needing extra cream or flour.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 4 cups yellow squash sliced
- 1 medium onion chopped
- 2 large egg
- 1 cup cheddar cheese grated
- 1 cup milk
- 2 tablespoons butter
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper optional
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper ground
- 1 leeve Ritz crackers
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350º F.
- Melt 2 tablespoons butter in medium skillet or saute pan over medium-low heat. Add squash and onions and cook until tender.
- To a large bowl, add eggs and lightly whisk. Add cheese and milk and whisk into egg until well-combined. Add cooked squash and onions to egg mixture and stir well to combined. Melt remaining 2 tablespoons butter in skillet used to cook squash and onions. Add to squash casserole mixture. Add cayenne pepper, if using, along with salt and pepper. Stir well to combine.
- Spray a 9x13 casserole dish with cooking spray and pour squash casserole mixture into the baking dish. Top evenly with crushed Ritz crackers. Place in preheated oven and bake 45 minutes, or until top has lightly browned and casserole does not "jiggle" when the dish is moved.
- Allow to sit for about 3 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 12Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 106 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 106kcal | 5% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
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