Paula Deen Squash Casserole Recipe
The Paula Deen Squash Casserole Recipe is creamy, cheesy and full of comforting Southern flavor. This classic casserole is perfect for holidays, potlucks and family dinners.
Ingredients
- 6 cups yellow squash sliced
- 1 small onion chopped
- 1 cup cheddar cheese shredded
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 egg beaten
- 1 cup buttery crackers crushed
- 4 tablespoons butter melted
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons butter for cooking
Instructions
Prepare the Oven
- Preheat the oven to 350°F. Grease a baking dish lightly with butter or cooking spray before starting.
Cook the Squash
- Place sliced squash and onions into a skillet. Cook with butter until soft and tender, about ten minutes.
Drain Extra Liquid
- Remove squash mixture from heat carefully. Drain extra liquid completely to keep the casserole creamy and thick.
Prepare the Filling
- Place cooked squash mixture into a large bowl. Let it cool slightly before adding creamy ingredients.
Add Cheese and Sour Cream
- Mix cheddar cheese, sour cream, mayonnaise and beaten egg into the squash mixture until fully combined and creamy.
Add Seasonings
- Sprinkle salt and black pepper into the bowl. Stir gently so every bite becomes flavorful and well seasoned.
Prepare the Topping
- Combine crushed buttery crackers with melted butter inside a small bowl. Mix until crumbs become evenly coated.
Fill the Baking Dish
- Spread the squash mixture evenly inside the prepared baking dish using a spoon or spatula carefully.
Add the Cracker Topping
- Sprinkle buttery cracker mixture evenly across the casserole top. Cover every corner for crispy texture after baking.
Bake the Casserole
- Place casserole into the oven carefully. Bake for thirty-five minutes until golden brown and bubbling around edges.
Cool Slightly
- Remove casserole from the oven safely. Let it rest five minutes before serving for easier slicing and serving.
Serve and Enjoy
- Serve warm beside your favorite meals. Enjoy the creamy squash filling and crispy buttery topping together.
Notes
- Drain squash well to avoid watery casserole.
- Use sharp cheddar for stronger cheese flavor.
- Add cooked bacon for smoky taste.
- Mix Parmesan cheese into the topping.
- Use zucchini with yellow squash for variety.
- Add garlic powder for extra flavor.
- Crush crackers finely for even topping.
- Fresh herbs make beautiful garnish.
- Use Greek yogurt instead of sour cream.
- Bake until golden and bubbly.