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Southern Yellow Squash Casserole on a red plate.
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Southern Yellow Squash Casserole Recipe

Southern Yellow Squash Casserole - CRAZY delicious! Creamy, cheesy, easy side dish for any meal.
Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time1 hour
Total Time1 hour 20 minutes
Course: Side Dish, Vegetable
Cuisine: American
Keyword: casserole, southern, yellow squash
Servings: 6
Calories: 446kcal
Author: Leigh Harris

Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 2 pounds yellow summer squash, sliced into 1/2 inch chunks (about 6 medium)
  • 1/2 medium onion, diced
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1 10.5 oz can cream of celery soup
  • 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, grated

Topping:

  • 1 1/2 cups herb stuffing mix
  • 3 tablespoons butter, melted

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F.
  • Heat a large skillet oven over medium heat. Add the butter. Once the butter is melted add the sliced squash, onions and season generously with salt and pepper, sauté for about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally. Or until the squash is tender. Stir in the minced garlic and saute another 2-3 minutes.
  • Grease a casserole dish with butter or spray with nonstick cooking spray.
  • Transfer the cooked squash to a large bowl.
  • In a small bowl mix the sour cream, soup, cheese, salt, and pepper to taste. Pour the cream mixture into the squash and mix until well combined.
  • In another small bowl, mix the herb stuffing with the melted butter.
  • Spoon the stuffing evenly over the top of the squash mixture.
  • Bake for 35 to 45 minutes or until bubbly and golden brown.
  • Serve and enjoy.

Nutrition

Calories: 446kcal | Carbohydrates: 43g | Protein: 13g | Fat: 26g | Saturated Fat: 14g | Cholesterol: 66mg | Sodium: 1501mg | Potassium: 613mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 9g | Vitamin A: 1114IU | Vitamin C: 27mg | Calcium: 245mg | Iron: 3mg