Best 7 Southern Squash Casserole Recipes

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Southern squash casserole is a classic comfort food dish that is enjoyed by people of all ages. It is a versatile dish that can be made with a variety of ingredients, but the most common ingredients include squash, corn, cheese, and eggs. The dish is typically baked in a casserole dish, and it can be served as a main course or a side dish. Southern squash casserole is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion.

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SOUTHERN YELLOW SQUASH CASSEROLE



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This easy southern squash casserole is a delicious way to enjoy yellow squash.

Provided by Bintu Hardy

Categories     Side Dish

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 pounds fresh yellow squash thinly sliced
1 ½ sleeves gluten free Ritz crackers
4 tablespoons butter (divided)
1 tablespoon gluten free flour
¼ cup milk
½ teaspoon sugar
½ teaspoon salt
⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper
3 Tablespoons grated yellow or green onion
½ cup sour cream
1 ¼ cup shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat your oven to 350F / 180C / gas 4.
  • Slice and steam the squash for 10 minutes to soften it.
  • Prepare the cracker topping by crushing the ritz crackers and combining them with melted butter.
  • Whisk the remaining ingredients in a saucepan to make the cheese sauce.
  • Drain the squash and combine it with the cheese sauce. Pour it into a casserole dish and top with the crackers.
  • Bake 20 minutes until hot and bubbly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 178 kcal, Carbohydrate 6 g, Protein 7 g, Fat 15 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, Cholesterol 42 mg, Sodium 324 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 4 g, ServingSize 1 serving

OLD-SCHOOL SQUASH CASSEROLE RECIPE



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This classic casserole is a staple dish found at meat-and-three diners and church covered-dish suppers across the South.

Provided by Paige Grandjean

Categories     Casserole

Time 1h5m

Number Of Ingredients 13

6 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
3 pounds yellow squash, sliced ¼-inch thick (from 5 medium squash)
1 medium-size yellow onion, chopped (about 1 ½ cups)
2 teaspoons kosher salt, divided
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
1 (8-oz.) container sour cream
4 ounces sharp Cheddar cheese, shredded (about 1 cup)
2 ounces Swiss cheese, shredded (about ½ cup)
½ cup mayonnaise
2 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme
½ teaspoon black pepper
2 sleeves round buttery crackers (such as Ritz), coarsely crushed
1 ounce Parmesan cheese, shredded (about ¼ cup)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Melt 3 tablespoons of the butter in a large skillet over medium-high. Add squash, onion, and 1 teaspoon of the salt; cook, stirring often, until center of squash is just tender and liquid has evaporated, about 10 minutes. Transfer mixture to a colander set over a bowl. Drain 5 minutes; discard any liquid.
  • Stir together eggs, sour cream, Cheddar and Swiss cheeses, mayonnaise, thyme, pepper, and remaining 1 teaspoon salt in a large bowl. Gently fold in squash mixture. Spoon into a lightly greased 11- x 7-inch (2-quart) baking dish.
  • Microwave remaining 3 tablespoons butter in a medium-size microwavable bowl on HIGH until melted, about 25 seconds. Toss together crackers, Parmesan cheese, and melted butter until combined; sprinkle over casserole. Bake in preheated oven until golden brown, about 20 minutes.

SOUTHERN SQUASH CASSEROLE



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A classic Southern Squash Casserole is the perfect way to enjoy the bounty from your summer garden! The cheesy filling is topped with a buttery crumb topping for the ultimate family-friendly side dish recipe!

Provided by Blair Lonergan

Categories     Side Dish

Time 55m

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons butter, divided
4 small yellow squash (about 2 lbs.), sliced ( (about 6 cups total))
1 small onion, diced
1 red bell pepper, diced
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon pepper
2 eggs
1 cup grated cheddar cheese
¼ cup sour cream
¼ cup mayonnaise
¾ cup crushed butter crackers ((I used 18 Ritz crackers))

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Spray an 8-inch or 9-inch square baking dish with cooking spray and set aside.
  • Melt 1 tablespoon butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add squash, onion, and bell pepper to the skillet, cooking and stirring for about 10 minutes (or until vegetables are tender). Remove from heat and season with salt and pepper.
  • Meanwhile, in a separate bowl, whisk together eggs, cheese, sour cream, and mayonnaise.
  • Stir the egg mixture into the squash mixture.
  • Transfer the squash mixture into the prepared baking dish.
  • In a separate bowl, combine crushed crackers with remaining 1 tablespoon of melted butter. Sprinkle buttered cracker crumbs over top of casserole.
  • Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until casserole is set and topping is golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 /6 of the casserole, Calories 249.1 kcal, Carbohydrate 14.5 g, Protein 10 g, Fat 18.1 g, SaturatedFat 8.5 g, Cholesterol 98.6 mg, Sodium 502.2 mg, Fiber 1.9 g, Sugar 5.2 g, UnsaturatedFat 8.4 g

EASY SQUASH CASSEROLE



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Nothing beats a classic squash casserole.

Provided by Southern Living Editors

Categories     Casserole

Time P2DT2h

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 pounds yellow squash, sliced
5 tablespoons butter or margarine, divided
1 small onion, chopped (about 1/2 cup)
1 cup (4 ounces) shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
1/4 cup mayonnaise
2 teaspoons sugar
1 teaspoon salt
20 round buttery crackers, crushed (about 3/4 cup)

Steps:

  • Cook squash in boiling water to cover in a large skillet 8 to 10 minutes or just until tender. Drain well; gently press between paper towels.
  • Melt 4 tablespoons butter in skillet over medium-high heat; add onion, and sauté 5 minutes or until tender. Remove skillet from heat; stir in squash, cheese, and next 4 ingredients. Spoon mixture into a lightly greased 11- x 7-inch baking dish.
  • Melt remaining 1 tablespoon butter. Stir together melted butter and crushed crackers; sprinkle evenly over top of casserole.
  • Bake at 350°F for 30 to 35 minutes or until set.

SOUTHERN YELLOW SQUASH CASSEROLE



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Also known as Summer Squash Casserole, this is a very simple yet authentic Southern recipe that my family has been making for years. This casserole goes very well with those summer, fresh vegetable dinners and is also a hit at pot luck dinners, family reunions, or any other gathering of people. As with all good southern food, make sure you have your bottle of bright red paprika ready to sprinkle on top. Enjoy!

Provided by jpknight22

Categories     Vegetable

Time 50m

Yield 1 casserole, 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

7 large yellow squash, diced (about 8 cups)
1 large white onion, chopped
2 tablespoons butter
1 1/4 cups sour cream
1 teaspoon garlic salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
3/4 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
3/4 cup saltine crackers, crushed (you may also use Ritz crackers)
1 dash paprika

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Grease a small, square casserole dish.
  • Boil squash and onion in a large pot 15 to 20 minutes until tender.
  • Pour the squash and onion into a colander and drain. Press firmly against the mixture until all excess moisture is drained.
  • In a medium mixing bowl combine drained squash and onion mixture and stir in butter (while still warm) allowing the butter to melt. Fold in sour cream, garlic salt, black pepper, and 1/4 cup of cheddar cheese (note: reserve the remaining half cup for the topping). Check mixture to see if levels of salt and pepper suit your taste and adjust accordingly.
  • Add contents of bowl into the greased casserole dish. Layer with remaining 1/2 cup of cheddar cheese, and top with 3/4 cup saltine or Ritz crackers. Gently sprinkle paprika over top for color.
  • Bake 25-30 minutes until topping is lightly golden-brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 181.3, Fat 12.2, SaturatedFat 7.2, Cholesterol 27.6, Sodium 163.6, Carbohydrate 14.2, Fiber 2.9, Sugar 4.7, Protein 6.4

SOUTHERN BAKED YELLOW SQUASH



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I coaxed this easy (and forgiving) recipe from its maker after tasting it at a pot luck, and was surprised by its simplicity. Just a few ingredients make a delicious summer side dish for anything barbecued, grilled, or smoked - especially if the squash is home grown!

Provided by Melissa Hamilton

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Squash     Summer Squash

Time 1h35m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 pounds yellow summer squash, cut into 1-inch cubes
½ cup dry bread crumbs
½ cup chopped onion
2 eggs
¼ cup butter, melted
1 tablespoon white sugar
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
¼ cup butter, melted
¼ cup dry bread crumbs

Steps:

  • Preheat an oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Grease a 2-quart baking dish.
  • Place the squash in a large saucepan, cover with water, and boil until soft, about 15 minutes. Drain the squash well, place in a large mixing bowl, and mash until slightly chunky. Stir in 1/2 cup of bread crumbs, onion, eggs, 1/4 cup of butter, sugar, salt, and pepper until thoroughly combined, and spread mixture into the prepared baking dish. Drizzle the top of the casserole with 1/4 cup melted butter, and sprinkle 1/4 cup bread crumbs over the butter.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until the casserole is cooked through and the top is golden brown, about 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 161.9 calories, Carbohydrate 13.5 g, Cholesterol 61.6 mg, Fat 11 g, Fiber 3.1 g, Protein 3.8 g, SaturatedFat 6.3 g, Sodium 374.3 mg, Sugar 2.2 g

SOUTHERN SUMMER SQUASH CASSEROLE



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Make and share this Southern Summer Squash Casserole recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Cattleships

Categories     Vegetable

Time 1h30m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

8 summer squash, sliced
2 strips thick sliced bacon, cut in 1/2 in pieces
1 medium onion, diced
breadcrumbs (store bought or homemade)
butter
sour cream or cream cheese

Steps:

  • Lightly brown bacon in large (3 qt) saucepan.
  • Stir in onions when bacon is browned and cook over medium heat until clear.
  • Add sliced summer squash and mix with bacon and onion.
  • Allow squash to cook down stirring often.
  • Grease large casserole dish on all sides.
  • When squash is cooked, spoon out enough to cover bottom of casserole dish to about 2 inches with slotted spoon.
  • Put 5 or 6 pats of butter and several dollops of sour cream or cream cheese (sour cream is easier to work with) on top of layer and cover with bread crumbs.
  • repeat process with second layer, but do not put sour cream or cream cheese on top of casserole.
  • Put casserole into 325 degree pre-heated oven uncovered and cook for 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 46, Fat 1.3, SaturatedFat 0.4, Cholesterol 1.4, Sodium 21.1, Carbohydrate 7.9, Fiber 2.4, Sugar 4.9, Protein 2.8

Tips:

  • Use fresh, seasonal squash. This will ensure the best flavor and texture in your casserole.
  • Don't overcook the squash. It should be tender but still slightly firm.
  • Use a variety of cheeses. This will add richness and flavor to the casserole.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment. There are many different ways to make squash casserole, so feel free to add your own personal touch.

Conclusion:

Southern squash casserole is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It's perfect for a weeknight meal or a special occasion. So next time you're looking for a comforting and satisfying dish, give Southern squash casserole a try. You won't be disappointed!

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