Description
A delicious and easy creamy Southern squash casserole topped with crunchy Ritz crackers, perfect for any meal.
Ingredients
- 2 medium yellow squash, sliced (about 4 cups)
- 1 medium zucchini, sliced (about 2 cups)
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 sleeve Ritz crackers, crushed (about 1 1/2 cups)
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 2-quart baking dish.
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced squash, zucchini, and chopped onion. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are tender. Season with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.
- In a large bowl, combine the sautéed vegetables, sour cream, cheddar cheese, Parmesan cheese, and milk. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread it out evenly.
- In a separate bowl, combine the crushed Ritz crackers with the melted butter and paprika (if using). Mix until the crackers are well coated.
- Sprinkle the cracker mixture evenly over the top of the casserole.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the casserole is bubbly.
- Remove from the oven and let it cool for about 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- For added flavor, consider mixing in cooked crumbled bacon or diced ham into the vegetable mixture.
- Substitute the yellow squash and zucchini with other vegetables like bell peppers or mushrooms for a different twist.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Casserole
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 50mg