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Cheesy Baked Squash Casserole

Tender yellow squash layered with cheddar, butter, and crushed crackers, baked until golden and bubbling. Pure Southern comfort in 25 minutes.

Total time
25 min
Servings
4
Calories
280
Protein
12g
Cheesy Baked Squash Casserole
comfortwholesomesouthernvegetariancheesecreamycrispytender

Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Preheat oven to 375°F. Butter a 9-by-13-inch baking dish.

  2. Step 2

    Layer half the squash slices in the dish, then half the onion, then 3/4 cup cheese. Season with salt and pepper.

  3. Step 3

    Repeat with remaining squash, onion, and cheese. Dot the top with 2 tbsp of the butter.

  4. Step 4

    Toss crushed crackers with the remaining 1 tbsp butter and scatter over the top.

  5. Step 5

    Bake until squash is tender and the top is golden brown, 18–20 minutes.

  6. Step 6

    Let cool 2 minutes, then serve hot.

Tools you’ll need

  • 9-by-13-inch baking dish
  • sharp knife
  • cutting board
  • oven

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