Granny's Squash Casserole

Warm, comforting, and packed with nostalgic flavor, Granny's Squash Casserole is the ultimate dish to showcase the sweet, buttery goodness of yellow squash. This Southern-inspired recipe combines tender squash and caramelized onions with a creamy blend of sour cream, cheddar cheese, and a hint of garlic, all topped with a golden, buttery Ritz cracker crust. Perfect as a side dish for family dinners or holiday gatherings, this casserole bakes up in just 30 minutes, making it both quick and satisfying. With its irresistible mix of creamy filling and crunchy topping, Granny's Squash Casserole is a crowd-pleaser that celebrates classic comfort food at its best.

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 6 medium yellow squash
• 1 medium yellow onion
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 0.75 cup sour cream
• 2 large eggs
• 1 sleeve Ritz crackers
• 3 tablespoons unsalted butter (for topping)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.

Step 2

Wash the squash and slice them into thin, even rounds. Peel and finely dice the onion.

Step 3

In a large skillet over medium heat, melt 2 tablespoons of butter. Add the sliced squash and diced onion, and cook for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened and excess water releases.

Step 4

Season the squash and onions with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Stir to combine and remove from heat. Let the mixture cool slightly.

Step 5

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the sour cream and eggs until well combined. Add the shredded cheddar cheese to the mixture and stir.

Step 6

Fold the cooked squash and onion mixture into the cheese and sour cream mixture. Stir gently until everything is evenly combined.

Step 7

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

Step 8

Crush the sleeve of Ritz crackers into coarse crumbs. Melt 3 tablespoons of butter and toss it with the cracker crumbs until they are evenly coated.

Step 9

Sprinkle the buttered cracker crumbs evenly over the top of the casserole.

Step 10

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

Step 11

Remove from the oven and let the casserole cool for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy Granny's Squash Casserole warm!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1972.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2591.9

Total Fat 202.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 116.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.0g
Cholesterol 855.4mg	0%
Sodium 4827.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 132.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.3g	0%
Total Sugars 56.5g
Protein 94.4g	0%

Vitamin D 103IU	0%
Calcium 2197.3mg	0%
Iron 11.4mg	0%
Potassium 3005.3mg	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: 66.8%

Protein: 13.8%

Carbs: 19.4%