A creamy and comforting yellow squash casserole with a buttery Ritz cracker topping, perfect for holiday gatherings or summer potlucks.
Author:Sarah Peterson
Prep Time:20 min
Cook Time:40 min
Total Time:60 min
Yield:8 servings 1x
Category:Side Dish
Method:Baking
Cuisine:American Southern
Diet:Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
3 pounds yellow squash, thinly sliced
1 cup chopped onion
1/2 cup butter, melted
1 (10.5 ounce) can condensed cream of mushroom soup
1 (8 ounce) container sour cream
2 large eggs, beaten
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 1/2 cups crushed Ritz crackers
1/4 cup butter, melted
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
Cook the sliced yellow squash and chopped onion in a large pot with just enough water to cover until tender, about 10 minutes. Drain the squash and onion very well.
In a large bowl, combine the drained squash and onion, 1/2 cup melted butter, cream of mushroom soup, sour cream, beaten eggs, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
Pour the squash mixture into a 9×13 inch baking dish.
In a small bowl, combine the crushed Ritz crackers and 1/4 cup melted butter. Sprinkle the cracker mixture evenly over the squash mixture.
Bake for 30-40 minutes, or until the casserole is bubbly and the topping is golden brown.
Notes
For best results, ensure you drain the cooked squash and onion thoroughly to prevent a watery casserole.
This casserole can be assembled ahead of time and refrigerated. Add the cracker topping just before baking.
This dish is a popular choice for Thanksgiving sides and summer potlucks.
Consider this a classic Southern side dish that brings comfort and tradition to your meal.