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Squash Casserole

The perfect side dish for any family dinner or get together made with yellow squash, bacon, and onions and topped with a crispy and cheesy top.
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Keyword Squash casserole, Yellow Squash Casserole
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings 10 people
Calories 253kcal
Author Jennifer

Ingredients

  • 4 sliced bacon
  • 2 cups sliced yellow squash
  • 2 cups sliced zucchini
  • ½ cup chopped onion
  • ¼ cup water or more as needed
  • 35 buttery round crackers crushed (Ritz crackers)
  • 1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
  • 2 large eggs beaten
  • ¾ cup milk
  • ¼ cup butter melted
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ground black pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons butter

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 400°F.
  • Fry bacon until crisp; drain on paper towels. Crumble bacon and set aside.
  • Place squash and onion in a large skillet over medium heat; pour in water. Cover, and cook until squash is tender, about 5 minutes. Drain well, and place in a large bowl.
  • Mix cracker crumbs, bacon, and cheese together in a medium bowl. Stir half of the cracker mixture into the cooked squash and onions.
  • Mix eggs and milk together in a small bowl, then add to the squash mixture.
  • Stir in 1/4 cup melted butter, and season with salt and pepper. Spread into the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle with remaining cracker mixture, and dot with 2 tablespoons butter.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until lightly browned, about 25 minutes.

Notes

  • Drain Excess Water. Squash holds a lot of moisture, so after cooking it, drain or pat it dry to prevent a soggy casserole.
  • Slice Squash Evenly. Cutting the squash into uniform slices makes for even cooking and a consistent texture throughout the dish.
  • Use Fresh Ingredients – Fresh squash, cheese, and herbs will enhance the flavor of the casserole, giving it a vibrant and delicious taste.
  • Bake Until Golden – Keep an eye on the casserole in the oven and bake until the top is golden and bubbly for that perfect finish.

Nutrition

Serving: 0.5cups | Calories: 253kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Trans Fat: 0.4g | Cholesterol: 74mg | Sodium: 571mg | Potassium: 227mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 502IU | Vitamin C: 9mg | Calcium: 136mg | Iron: 1mg