Dixie Cafe Baked Squash

Indulge in the comforting flavors of the South with this Dixie Cafe Baked Squash recipe, a perfect blend of creamy, cheesy goodness with a delightful buttery crunch on top. Featuring tender yellow squash sautéed with onions, this dish is mixed with a rich filling of eggs, sour cream, and shredded cheddar for the ultimate savory base. Topped with a golden, buttery layer of crushed Ritz crackers, this baked casserole delivers a harmonious mix of textures in every bite. Ideal for weeknight dinners or potluck gatherings, this easy-to-make side dish is baked to perfection in just 35 minutes and complements any main course beautifully. Bursting with Southern charm, this recipe promises to be your go-to squash casserole for every occasion!

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 6 medium yellow squash
• 1 small onion
• 4 tablespoons butter
• 2 large eggs
• 0.5 cup sour cream
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1.5 cups, crushed Ritz crackers or similar buttery crackers
• 2 tablespoons, melted butter (for topping)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9x9-inch baking dish and set aside.

Step 2

Wash and trim the ends off the yellow squash, then slice them into thin rounds about 1/4-inch thick.

Step 3

Finely dice the small onion.

Step 4

In a large skillet, melt 4 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add the sliced squash and diced onion. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the squash is tender and the onions are translucent, about 8-10 minutes. Drain any excess liquid and let the mixture cool slightly.

Step 5

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, sour cream, shredded cheddar cheese, salt, and black pepper until smooth.

Step 6

Add the cooked squash and onion mixture to the bowl with the egg mixture. Gently stir to combine until evenly coated.

Step 7

Transfer the squash mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly.

Step 8

In a small bowl, combine the crushed Ritz crackers with 2 tablespoons of melted butter. Mix until the crumbs are evenly coated.

Step 9

Sprinkle the buttered cracker mixture evenly over the top of the squash casserole.

Step 10

Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the casserole is bubbly and the top is golden brown.

Step 11

Remove from the oven and let cool for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2087.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3508.3

Total Fat 230.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 106.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.4g
Cholesterol 744.2mg	0%
Sodium 6139.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 294.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.8g	0%
Total Sugars 70.5g
Protein 81.5g	0%

Vitamin D 105.0IU	0%
Calcium 1315.1mg	0%
Iron 14.4mg	0%
Potassium 3241.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 58.0%

Protein: 9.1%

Carbs: 32.9%