Squash Casserole

Mar~Bear's Note:

I found this recipe in a Southern Living Magazine. Hope you enjoy it as much as I do.

• Total Time: 55 mins
• Prep Time: 20 mins
• Cook Time: 35 mins

Ingredients:

Servings: 8

• 3 lbs yellow squash , sliced
• 5 tablespoons butter or 5 tablespoons margarine , divided
• 1 small onion , chopped (about 1/2 cup)
• 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
• 2 large eggs , lightly beaten
• ¼ cup mayonnaise
• 2 teaspoons sugar
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 20 round buttery crackers , crushed (about 3/4 cup)

Directions:

1. Cook squash in boiling water to cover in a large skillet 8 to 10 minutes or just until tender.
2. Drain well; gently press between paper towels.
3. Melt 4 tbsp butter in skillet over medium-high heat; add onion, and sauté 5 minutes or until tender.
4. Remove skillet from heat; stir in squash, cheese, and next 4 ingredients.
5. Spoon mixture into a greased 11x7-inch baking dish.
6. Melt remaining 1 tbsp butter.
7. Stir together melted butter and crushed crackers; sprinkle evenly over top of casserole.
8. Bake at 350°F for 30 to 35 minutes or until set.

Reviews

[gailanng]

I've made this squash casserole for years. The only difference in the recipe I use is the addition of a can of drained, sliced water chestnuts. It's not as crazy as it sounds...just adds a little surprise crunch. A delicious recipe that's sure to become a family favorite.

[MsBaton]

Excellent, this is the best tasting squash casserole. I like it because you can actually taste the squash and the other ingredients don't overpower it.

[Feisty]

Mmmm, this was the squash casserole I've been looking for for years! I think the thorough draining of the squash is the key, it doesn't have that thin consistency that some squash casseroles have and it's full of flavor. Very very good--this will be my only squash casserole recipe from now on!