Squash Casserole with Sharp Cheddar Cheese and Cracker Crumbs

This squash casserole is a delicious way to use up the Fall harvest of summer squash for Thanksgiving! From my new cookbook. Checkout my other cookbooks here.

Squash Casserole with Sharp Cheddar Cheese and Cracker Crumbs

Recipe from Favorite Side Dishes for Thanksgiving—It’s Not All About the Turkey!

Prep: 20 min  Cook: 55 min  Serves: 6

Ingredients

1 lb. yellow squash, sliced

2 eggs

1/2 stick butter, softened

1/2 cup sharp cheddar, grated (or more, as desired)

Salt & pepper to taste

Ritz cracker crumbs (10 or more, crushed)

1 cup milk

Directions

• Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a 9×9” baking dish and set aside.
• Cook the squash: In a saucepan, add the squash and enough water to cover. Bring to a boil and then reduce to medium-low, cover, and cook until tender, about 15 minutes.
• Using a fork, mash up the squash, and then drain well.
• In a bowl, add the remaining ingredients and stir in the squash, combining well.
• Pour into the baking dish and add more grated cheese on top, if desired.
• Bake for 30-40 minutes. Serve.