Description
Yellow Squash Casserole is a comforting, cheesy delight that showcases tender yellow squash and sweet onions enveloped in a creamy mixture, all crowned with a crispy breadcrumb topping. This easy-to-make dish is perfect for family dinners or potlucks, bringing warmth and nostalgia to every table. Ready in under an hour, it’s a delightful way to enjoy seasonal produce while satisfying everyone’s taste buds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium yellow squashes (sliced)
- 1 small onion (finely chopped)
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese (shredded)
- 1 cup sour cream
- 2 large eggs (whisked)
- 1 cup plain breadcrumbs
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Wash and slice the yellow squashes into thin rounds.
- In a skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Sauté the onion until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add squash slices and cook until slightly softened.
- In a mixing bowl, combine sautéed vegetables with cheddar cheese, sour cream, and eggs until well mixed.
- In another bowl, combine breadcrumbs with remaining melted butter. Sprinkle this mixture over the casserole.
- Pour the mixture into a greased baking dish and bake for 30-35 minutes or until golden brown on top.
- Allow to cool for 10 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (approximately 126g)
- Calories: 245
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 348mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 70mg