Best 7 Cheesy Squash Casserole Dreaming Of Calico County Recipes

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In the picturesque county of Calico, nestled among rolling hills and blooming meadows, lies a culinary gem that has captured the hearts of food enthusiasts and cozy kitchens alike: cheesy squash casserole. This comforting dish, a harmonious blend of creamy cheese, tender squash, and a medley of savory spices, invites you on a culinary journey where flavors dance and memories are made. Whether you're seeking a warm and comforting meal for a family gathering or a delightful addition to your next potluck, this article will guide you through a selection of delectable recipes that will transform your kitchen into a symphony of taste and aroma.

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CHEESY SQUASH CASSEROLE



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A creamy and cheesy casserole with summer squash, zucchini, spinach, mushrooms and a buttery cracker crumb topping. It is so cheesy and yummy that you almost forget you're eating vegetables... Worked on my kids, anyway! They couldn't get enough.

Provided by Dawn P.

Categories     Fruits and Vegetables     Vegetables     Squash

Time 1h10m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 19

2 tablespoons butter, divided
2 cups thinly sliced zucchini
2 cups thinly sliced yellow squash
1 (8 ounce) package baby bella mushrooms, sliced
1 small white onion, thinly sliced
2 cloves garlic, minced, or more to taste
1 (5 ounce) package baby spinach leaves
2 cups crushed buttery round crackers (such as Ritz®)
½ cup butter, melted
2 plum tomatoes, seeded and thinly sliced
1 (4 ounce) jar diced pimento peppers, drained
½ cup mayonnaise
¼ cup sliced green onion
½ teaspoon dried oregano
½ teaspoon dried basil
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
1 cup shredded Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Melt 1 tablespoon butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add zucchini and yellow squash; cover and cook, stirring occasionally, until soft, 6 to 10 minutes. Drain and set aside.
  • Melt 1 tablespoon butter in another large saucepan. Add mushrooms, onion, and garlic; cook and stir until onion starts to soften, about 5 minutes. Add spinach and saute until wilted, 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Mix crackers with 1/2 cup melted butter in a medium bowl.
  • Combine squash mixture, mushroom mixture, tomatoes, pimento peppers, mayonnaise, green onion, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper in a large bowl. Mix well.
  • Layer 1/2 of the squash mixture in a large casserole dish. Cover with 1/2 of the Cheddar and Parmesan cheeses. Top with 1/2 of the cracker crumbs. Layer remaining squash mixture, cheese, and cracker crumbs on top.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until cheese is bubbly and cracker crumbs are browned, 20 to 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 529.5 calories, Carbohydrate 32.7 g, Cholesterol 56.2 mg, Fat 40 g, Fiber 2.8 g, Protein 11.5 g, SaturatedFat 15.4 g, Sodium 897.2 mg, Sugar 4.8 g

CHEESY SQUASH CASSEROLE



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Great casserole dish! I add 1/4 cup more of parmesan on the top before the cracker crumbs. This is adapted from a Paula Deen recipe. Hope you enjoy!

Provided by Scoutie

Categories     Vegetable

Time 40m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
6 medium summer squash, thinly sliced
1 large vidalia onion, thinly sliced
1 tablespoon butter
1/2 cup grated fresh parmesan cheese
1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
1/2 cup sour cream
salt & freshly ground black pepper
1 sleeve cracker, crushed medium to fine (recommended Ritz)

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Grease a 2-quart casserole dish.
  • Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Saute the squash, onion, and butter until soft. Drain in colander to get rid of extra moisture.
  • Transfer to a bowl and stir in the Parmesan, Cheddar, and sour cream. Add salt and pepper, to taste.
  • Place in the prepared casserole dish and sprinkle the cracker crumbs evenly over the top.
  • Bake for 20 minutes or until the top is golden and bubbly.

CHEESY DELICATA SQUASH AND KALE CASSEROLE



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Thinly sliced squash and kale (plus plenty of ricotta cheese) combine in this lasagna-like casserole that's perfect for a hearty winter dinner. Quick-pickled raisins and nutty hazelnuts add brightness and crunch.

Provided by Katherine Sacks

Categories     No Meat, No Problem     Dinner     Vegetarian     Squash     Raisin     Thyme     Garlic     Hazelnut     Ricotta     Mozzarella     Casserole/Gratin     Kale

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
1 cup golden raisins
1 large delicata squash (about 2 1/2 pounds), cut into 1/4" half-moons
5 sprigs thyme
3 garlic cloves
4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided, plus more for pan
1 3/4 teaspoons kosher salt, divided
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup hazelnuts, coarsely chopped
8 ounces ricotta
3/4 cup heavy cream
8 ounces low-moisture shredded mozzarella, divided
1/2 cup panko (Japanese breadcrumbs)
1/2 bunch (about 6 ounces) Tuscan kale, stemmed, thinly sliced
Special Equipment
A 2-quart baking dish

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 450°F. Bring vinegar and 1/3 cup water to a simmer in a small pot. Remove from heat. Add raisins, cover, and let sit until ready to use.
  • Divide squash, thyme, and garlic between 2 rimmed baking sheets; arrange in a single layer. Toss with 2 Tbsp. oil, 1/2 tsp. salt, and 1/2 tsp. pepper. Roast 12 minutes. Toss, then add hazelnuts to 1 section of 1 sheet. Continue to roast until hazelnuts are toasted and browned and squash is tender and cooked through, about 6 minutes more.
  • Whisk ricotta and cream in a medium bowl until smooth. Add 6 oz. mozzarella, 3/4 tsp. salt, and remaining 1/2 tsp. pepper and whisk to combine. Remove thyme leaves from stems and add to cheese mixture. Coarsely chop garlic, add to cheese mixture, and stir to combine.
  • Transfer hazelnuts to a large bowl. Add panko, 2 Tbsp. oil, and remaining 1/2 tsp. salt and toss to combine. Set aside 1/4 cup panko mixture.
  • Drain raisins. Add kale, squash, and raisins to remaining panko mixture in large bowl and toss to combine.
  • Grease 2-qt. baking dish with oil. Add half of squash mixture, then dollop with half of cheese mixture. Top with remaining squash mixture, then dollop with remaining cheese mixture. Top with remaining 2 oz. mozzarella and reserved 1/4 cup panko.
  • Bake casserole until mozzarella is melted and browned in spots and edges are bubbling, 12-15 minutes. Let cool slightly before serving.

CALICO SQUASH CASSEROLE



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I love to try out different recipes for the squash I grow in my garden. It's fun to bring this beautiful casserole to potlucks because I know it'll go fast. Even the little ones like it. -Lucille Terry, Frankfort, Kentucky

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 50m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 cups sliced yellow summer squash (1/4 inch thick)
1 cup sliced zucchini (1/4 inch thick)
1 medium onion, chopped
1/4 cup sliced green onions
1 cup water
1 teaspoon salt, divided
2 cups crushed butter-flavored crackers
1/2 cup butter, melted
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted
1 can (8 ounces) sliced water chestnuts, drained
1 large carrot, shredded
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1 jar (2 ounces) diced pimientos, drained
1 teaspoon rubbed sage
1/2 teaspoon white pepper
1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, combine the first five ingredients; add 1/2 teaspoon salt. Cover and cook until squash is tender, about 6 minutes. Drain well; set aside. , Combine crumbs and butter; spoon half into a greased shallow 1-1/2-qt. baking dish. In a large bowl, combine the soup, water chestnuts, carrot, mayonnaise, pimientos, sage, pepper and remaining salt; fold in squash mixture. Spoon over crumbs. , Sprinkle with cheese and the remaining crumb mixture. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 30 minutes or until lightly browned.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 439 calories, Fat 34g fat (13g saturated fat), Cholesterol 54mg cholesterol, Sodium 1055mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 7g protein.

CHEESY SUMMER SQUASH CASSEROLE



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Onion and cheddar cheese perk up the rich flavor of summer squash in this comforting casserole. A crispy cornflake-crumb topping adds a little crunch. -Katherine Metz, Jacksonville, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 35m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 small yellow summer squash, sliced
1/4 cup chopped onion
1/2 teaspoon salt, divided
1 large egg
1/4 cup mayonnaise
2 teaspoons sugar
Pepper to taste
1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
2 tablespoons crushed cornflakes
1-1/2 teaspoons butter, melted

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, combine squash, onion and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, until squash is crisp-tender, about 2 minutes. Drain., In a small bowl, whisk the egg, mayonnaise, sugar, pepper and remaining salt until blended. Stir in cheese and squash mixture. Transfer to a greased 2-cup baking dish. Toss the cornflakes and butter; sprinkle over top. , Bake, uncovered, at 350° until golden brown and bubbly, 25-30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 376 calories, Fat 31g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 117mg cholesterol, Sodium 937mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 9g protein.

CALICO SQUASH CASSEROLE



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My great-aunt made this for a family gathering and it's been a hit ever since, even with the kids! The water chestnuts add a different texture and my husband has even used whole baby carrots instead of shredded carrot. Easy and fast to make and a good way to use up all that squash from the garden!

Provided by DIXYDAHL1N

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Squash     Zucchini

Time 50m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 cups sliced yellow squash
1 cup sliced zucchini
1 onion, chopped
¼ cup sliced green onion
1 cup water
1 teaspoon salt, divided
2 cups crushed buttery round crackers
½ cup melted butter
1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of mushroom soup
1 (8 ounce) can sliced water chestnuts, drained
1 large carrot, shredded
½ cup mayonnaise
½ (4 ounce) jar diced pimento peppers, drained
1 teaspoon sage
½ teaspoon white pepper
1 cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • In a large saucepan combine yellow squash, zucchini, onion, green onion, water and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Cover and cook over medium heat about 6 minutes. Drain well and set aside.
  • In a medium bowl combine cracker crumbs and butter. Mix well and spread half of the mixture into the bottom of a 9x13 inch casserole dish.
  • In a large bowl combine soup, water chestnuts, carrots, mayonnaise, pimentos, sage, pepper and remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt. Fold in squash mixture and spoon over crumb crust. Sprinkle cheese on top, and then the remaining cracker crumbs.
  • Bake in preheated oven for 20 to 30 minutes, or until firm and heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 401.3 calories, Carbohydrate 20 g, Cholesterol 50.6 mg, Fat 33.7 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 6.3 g, SaturatedFat 13.3 g, Sodium 1084.7 mg, Sugar 4.6 g

CHEESY SQUASH CASSEROLE (DREAMING OF CALICO COUNTY)



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This is as close as I can get to the Calico County recipe for Squash casserole. If you have any suggestions, I would HAPPILY take them! It is my favorite when I can make it home!

Provided by genkigirl

Categories     Vegetable

Time 50m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

6 medium squash (2 1/2-inch)
2 tablespoons butter
1 egg, beaten
1 small onion, finely chopped
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 tablespoon sugar
1 cup cornbread, crumbs
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Wash squash and cut into 1" slices. In saucepan cover with water and cook until tender.
  • Drain well and mash slightly.
  • Add butter, egg, onion, salt, pepper, sugar and bread crumbs.
  • Mix together well.
  • Put in greased casserole dish.
  • Sprinkle with cheese.
  • Bake at 350º for 20-25 minutes.

Tips:

  • Choose the right squash. Use a variety that is firm and has a sweet flavor, such as butternut squash, acorn squash, or kabocha squash.
  • Roast the squash before adding it to the casserole. This will help to bring out its natural sweetness and flavor.
  • Use a variety of cheeses. A combination of sharp cheddar, Parmesan, and mozzarella will give the casserole a rich and creamy flavor.
  • Add some herbs and spices. Thyme, sage, nutmeg, and black pepper are all good choices.
  • Don't overcook the casserole. It should be cooked until the squash is tender and the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Conclusion:

Cheesy squash casserole is a delicious and versatile dish that can be served as a main course or a side dish. It's perfect for a weeknight meal or a special occasion. With its combination of sweet squash, creamy cheese, and savory herbs and spices, this casserole is sure to be a hit with everyone at the table.

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