Slap Your Mama It’s So Delicious Southern Squash Casserole – Creamy, Cheesy, and Comforting to the Core!
Layers of tender yellow squash, savory onions, creamy eggs, and gooey cheese—topped with a buttery cracker crust that’s so good it’ll make you wanna slap your mama! This Southern classic is soul food at its finest.
This recipe takes me back to summers at my grandmother’s house, where the squash came fresh from her garden and the kitchen always smelled like heaven. It’s one of those dishes that brings warmth to any table, whether it’s a holiday feast or a simple weeknight dinner.
Ingredients:
- 5–6 medium yellow squash, sliced
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 sleeve Ritz crackers, crushed
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Boil squash and onion in salted water for about 8–10 minutes until tender. Drain and mash lightly.
- In a large bowl, mix squash and onion with sour cream, mayonnaise, cheese, eggs, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Pour into a greased baking dish.
- Combine crushed Ritz crackers with melted butter and sprinkle evenly over the casserole.
- Bake for 25–30 minutes or until golden and bubbly. Let rest 5 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts (Per Serving – based on 8 servings)
| Calories | 265 kcal |
| Fat | 20 g |
| Carbs | 14 g |
| Protein | 6 g |
| Sodium | 340 mg |
Printable Recipe Summary
| Southern Squash Casserole | |
|---|---|
| Ingredients | Squash, onion, cheddar cheese, sour cream, mayo, eggs, Ritz crackers |
| Instructions | Boil squash/onion, mix with other ingredients, top with crackers, and bake |
