How to Make Cheesy Squash and Zucchini Casserole - A Step-by-Step Guide

Summer is the perfect time to take advantage of the abundance of fresh squash and zucchini. These two vegetables are not only delicious, but also incredibly versatile, making them the perfect ingredients for a variety of dishes. One of the most popular ways to use squash and zucchini is in a casserole, and this Cheesy Squash and Zucchini Casserole is a fantastic way to showcase the flavors of these summer veggies.

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Ingredients

  • 1 pound yellow squash, sliced
  • 1 pound zucchini, sliced
  • ½ onion, diced
  • 1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
  • ½ cup biscuit baking mix (such as Bisquick®)
  • ½ cup butter
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 tablespoon white sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 10 saltine crackers, or as needed, crushed
  • ¼ cup bread crumbs

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 45 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 8 servings

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).
  • Fill a large pot with water and bring to a rolling boil. Add yellow squash, zucchini, and onion; bring back to a boil, and cook vegetables until tender, about 15 minutes. Drain and transfer vegetables to a large bowl.
  • Mix Cheddar cheese, baking mix, butter, eggs, sugar, and salt with the cooked vegetables using a large spoon; stir until butter has melted and baking mix has dissolved. Fold crushed crackers into the mixture until the liquid has been absorbed. Pour mixture into a 1 1/2-quart casserole dish; top with bread crumbs.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until topping is lightly browned and cheese is melted, 30 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    278 cal.

    • Total Fat: 21g
    • Saturated Fat: 12g
    • Cholesterol: 95mg
    • Sodium: 663mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 16g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 3g
    • Protein: 9g
    • Vitamin C: 15mg
    • Calcium: 177mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 338mg