Description
A delicious Southern Zucchini and Squash Casserole that’s creamy, cheesy, and perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium zucchinis, sliced
- 4 medium yellow squashes, sliced
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup crushed buttery crackers, such as Ritz
- 1/2 cup milk
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper, optional
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish and set it aside.
- In a large skillet, melt 1 tablespoon of butter over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook for 3–4 minutes, or until softened and translucent.
- Add the sliced zucchini and yellow squash to the skillet. Cook for 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are slightly tender. Remove from the heat and let cool slightly.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the sour cream, milk, eggs, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper if using.
- Stir in the cooked zucchini and squash mixture. Add 1 1/2 cups of shredded cheddar cheese and the crushed crackers. Mix until everything is evenly coated in the creamy mixture.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread it evenly.
- Top with the remaining 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese and a little extra crushed crackers if desired. Drizzle the melted butter over the top.
- Bake for 30–35 minutes, or until the casserole is bubbly and the top is golden brown.
Notes
- This dish is perfect as a side or a vegetarian main course.
- Feel free to add more veggies or herbs for additional flavor.
- Can be made ahead of time and reheated.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Casserole
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 80mg