Easy Squash Casserole recipe for a delicious veggie side. This bright and buttery casserole is sure to please at your next holiday gathering.
This Squash Casserole is a perfect side dish for busy weeknight Dinners, but can also be part of a holiday meal. For more Veggie casseroles, try Broccoli Casserole and Spinach Casserole.
Sabrina’s Squash Casserole Recipe
This amazing Squash Casserole is sure to be a new favorite side for the whole family. The thick cut squash comes out perfectly tender, and the cheesy sauce is buttery and rich. Often, you’ll see this made with canned mushroom soup, but the from scratch sauce is much more flavorful, and elevates this dish. It’s easy enough for a regular weekday, but delicious enough for your holiday table too.
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Ingredients
Casserole:
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter , divided
- 1 yellow onion , finely chopped
- 1 garlic clove , minced
- 1/4 cup flour
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon coarse ground black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese , grated
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese
- 4 cups yellow squash , sliced into 1/2" thick circles
Topping:
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 cup ritz crackers , crushed
- 1/4 cup grated parmesan
Instructions
Casserole:
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees and spray a 9×13″ baking dish with vegetable oil spray.
- Add 3 tablespoons butter to a large skillet on medium heat.
- Add the onions and cook until just translucent, about 4-5 minutes.
- Add in the garlic and cook until just fragrant, about 30 seconds.
- Add in remaining butter.
- In a separate bowl whisk together flour, milk, egg, salt, black pepper and paprika.
- Stir the egg mixture into the butter and onions until combined.
- Bring to a simmer until it just begins to thicken, about 2-3 minutes.
- Add in Parmesan cheese, mozzarella cheese and squash.
- Stir to coat, then pour into baking dish.
Topping:
- Add butter to a large skillet on medium heat.
- When melted add ritz crumbs and parmesan cheese.
- Stir to coat well and cook until crispy and just beginning to brown, stirring occasionally until it begins to brown.
- Add to the top of the casserole and bake for 30 minutes.
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Pairing Suggestions
Pair this delicious casserole along side Stuffed Acorn Squash to serve at your holiday dinner. The guests will love the two different variety and textures between the two yummy vegetable recipes.
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