Ray's Killer Creek Squash Casserole

Bring comfort food to the next level with *Ray's Killer Creek Squash Casserole*, a rich and creamy dish that pairs tender yellow squash with a velvety cheese sauce and a buttery Ritz cracker topping. Perfect for family dinners, potlucks, or holidays, this easy casserole recipe combines the mild sweetness of squash with the savory flavors of sautéed onions, garlic, sharp cheddar, and Parmesan cheese. A touch of sour cream and baked eggs give it a light, fluffy texture, while the golden cracker crust adds a satisfying crunch. Ready in under an hour, this crowd-pleaser is an ideal way to turn fresh summer squash into an irresistible, oven-baked masterpiece.

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 6 cups Yellow squash
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 medium, diced Yellow onion
• 2 cloves, minced Garlic
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 3 tablespoons Butter
• 3 tablespoons All-purpose flour
• 1.5 cups Whole milk
• 1 cup Shredded cheddar cheese
• 0.5 cup Shredded Parmesan cheese
• 0.5 cup Sour cream
• 2 large Eggs
• 1 cup, crushed Ritz crackers
• 2 tablespoons Butter (melted)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch casserole dish lightly with butter or oil.

Step 2

Steam or boil the squash until tender, about 8-10 minutes. Drain thoroughly and let cool slightly, then mash lightly with a fork. Set aside.

Step 3

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute. Season with salt and black pepper.

Step 4

In a medium saucepan, melt 3 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Whisk in the flour to form a roux and cook for 1 minute, whisking constantly.

Step 5

Slowly pour in the milk while whisking, creating a smooth mixture. Continue stirring until the sauce thickens, about 3-4 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in the cheddar cheese and Parmesan until melted.

Step 6

In a large mixing bowl, combine the mashed squash, sautéed onions and garlic, cheese sauce, sour cream, and beaten eggs. Mix thoroughly.

Step 7

Pour the mixture into the prepared casserole dish and spread it evenly.

Step 8

In a small bowl, combine the crushed Ritz crackers with the melted butter. Sprinkle the cracker mixture evenly over the top of the casserole.

Step 9

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

Step 10

Remove the casserole from the oven and let it rest for 5-10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1662.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2229.1

Total Fat 180.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 96.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.7g
Cholesterol 795.2mg	0%
Sodium 4365.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 84.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.7g	0%
Total Sugars 50.5g
Protein 83.8g	0%

Vitamin D 249.8IU	0%
Calcium 2097.4mg	0%
Iron 6.6mg	0%
Potassium 2434.3mg	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: 70.7%

Protein: 14.6%

Carbs: 14.7%