Best 5 Cheesy Squash Casserole With Ritz Recipes

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Craving a comforting and wholesome dish? Look no further than cheesy squash casserole with Ritz crackers! This classic recipe combines the creamy richness of cheese, the natural sweetness of squash, and the delightful crunch of Ritz crackers, creating a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. Whether you're seeking a hearty side dish or a delectable main course, this casserole is sure to become a family favorite. So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and embark on a culinary journey that will leave you craving more.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

CHEESY SQUASH CASSEROLE WITH RITZ



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Cheesy squash casserole with crunchy top!! Full of flavor and is a wonderful side dish with any meal. A good Southern dish! I received this recipe from my Aunt Sally who was a great cook!!

Provided by Seasoned Cook

Categories     < 60 Mins

Time 35m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

6 medium yellow squash, chopped fine
1/2 cup onion, chopped
1 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
2 eggs
1/3 cup milk
1 cup Ritz cracker, crushed
1/2 cup butter, melted

Steps:

  • Remove ends of squash and discard. Chop or cut squash into small fine pieces. Add salt to water and boil squash and onion until tender for approximately 15 minutes. Drain well.
  • In a medium size bowl, mix cheese with squash mixture. Beat eggs and stir into milk. Add to squash mixture.
  • Pour one-half of squash mixture into a 2 quart casserole baking dish. Sprinkle 1/2 cup of cracker crumbs over and pour 1/2 of melted butter. Pour remaining squash mixture and repeat with remaining crumbs and melted butter on top.
  • Bake in a 350 degree oven for 25 minutes.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 262.7, Fat 22.5, SaturatedFat 13.6, Cholesterol 127.9, Sodium 634.2, Carbohydrate 8.9, Fiber 2.3, Sugar 4.2, Protein 8.7

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.

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.

EASY CREAMY SQUASH CASSEROLE



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This cheese-enhanced squash casserole is quick and easy to prepare and will please all the members of your family. My husband considers himself a squash casserole connoisseur. He loves this one!

Provided by Sylvia Roland

Categories     Fruits and Vegetables     Vegetables     Squash

Time 45m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

¼ cup butter
4 yellow summer squash, thinly sliced
1 small yellow onion, thinly sliced
1 cup sour cream
1 egg, lightly beaten
1 cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
1 sleeve buttery round crackers (such as Ritz®), crushed and divided
¼ cup melted butter

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 1-quart baking dish.
  • Melt 1/4 cup butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Cook and stir squash and onion in hot butter until tender, 10 to 15 minutes. Drain and cool vegetables.
  • Whisk sour cream and egg together in a large bowl. Add squash mixture, Cheddar cheese, and 1/2 of the crushed buttery round crackers; stir to combine and pour into prepared baking dish.
  • Stir remaining buttery round crackers and melted butter together in a bowl; spread over the top of squash mixture and gently pat down.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until crackers are lightly browned, about 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 448.2 calories, Carbohydrate 19.4 g, Cholesterol 112.7 mg, Fat 37.4 g, Fiber 3.1 g, Protein 10.6 g, SaturatedFat 20.9 g, Sodium 457.8 mg, Sugar 1.9 g

Tips:

  • For a creamier casserole, use heavy cream instead of milk.
  • Add some cooked bacon or sausage to the casserole for a boost of flavor.
  • Top the casserole with shredded Parmesan cheese before baking for a golden brown crust.
  • If you don't have Ritz crackers, you can use crushed cornflakes or bread crumbs.
  • For a vegetarian version of this casserole, omit the bacon or sausage and use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth.

Conclusion:

This cheesy squash casserole is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is also a great way to use up leftover squash. With its creamy filling, cheesy topping, and crispy Ritz cracker crust, this casserole is sure to be a hit with the whole family. So next time you are looking for a comforting and flavorful dish, give this cheesy squash casserole a try. You won't be disappointed!

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