Squash Casserole Charlotte's Barclay Cafeteria

Rich, creamy, and irresistibly comforting, Squash Casserole Charlotte's Barclay Cafeteria is a southern-style classic that combines tender yellow squash, savory onions, and a luscious blend of cheddar cheese, sour cream, and mayonnaise. Topped with a golden, buttery crust of crushed Ritz crackers and Parmesan cheese, this casserole delivers the perfect balance of texture and flavor. The dish is baked until bubbly and aromatic, making it a standout side for holiday gatherings or weeknight dinners. With its easy-to-follow directions, nostalgic charm, and crowd-pleasing taste, this recipe is a must-try for fans of hearty comfort food. Keywords: squash casserole recipe, southern casserole, yellow squash side dish, holiday comfort food.

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 pounds yellow squash
• 1 large onion
• 1 cup water
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese
• 2 large eggs
• 1 cup sour cream
• 1 cup mayonnaise
• 1.5 cups Ritz crackers
• 2 tablespoons parmesan cheese
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Wash and slice the yellow squash into thin rounds and dice the onion.

Step 3

In a large pot, combine the squash, onion, water, and salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 10 minutes until the squash is tender.

Step 4

Drain the squash and onion mixture thoroughly in a colander, pressing lightly to remove excess water. Set aside.

Step 5

In a large skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Stir in the drained squash and onion and cook for 2-3 minutes to remove additional moisture.

Step 6

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, sour cream, mayonnaise, black pepper, and garlic powder.

Step 7

Fold the cooked squash mixture into the egg mixture. Stir in the sharp cheddar cheese until evenly combined.

Step 8

In a separate bowl, crush the Ritz crackers into coarse crumbs. Melt the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter and mix into the crackers along with the Parmesan cheese.

Step 9

Spread the squash mixture evenly into the prepared casserole dish. Sprinkle the cracker topping evenly over the top.

Step 10

Bake in the preheated oven for 30-40 minutes or until the casserole is bubbly and the topping is golden brown.

Step 11

Remove from the oven and allow to cool for 5-10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2101.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3354.3

Total Fat 284.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 78.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.7g
Cholesterol 843.4mg	0%
Sodium 4491.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 163.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.3g	0%
Total Sugars 55.2g
Protein 64.6g	0%

Vitamin D 82IU	0%
Calcium 1425.5mg	0%
Iron 9.4mg	0%
Potassium 2511.2mg	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: 73.7%

Protein: 7.4%

Carbs: 18.8%