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Incredible Ultimate Cheesy Southern Squash Ritz

Ultimate Cheesy Southern Yellow Squash Casserole Ritz
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This Ultimate Cheesy Southern Yellow Squash Casserole with Ritz crackers is a comforting and flavorful dish perfect for any occasion. It’s a wonderful way to use fresh yellow squash, baked until tender and topped with a creamy, cheesy sauce and a crunchy Ritz cracker topping. It’s a taste of Southern comfort that will surely become a family favorite.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds yellow squash, thinly sliced
  • 1 cup chopped onion
  • 1/4 cup butter
  • 1 (10.5 ounce) can condensed cream of mushroom soup
  • 1 (10.5 ounce) can condensed cream of chicken soup
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup Ritz crackers, crushed
  • 2 tablespoons butter, melted

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a large skillet, sauté the yellow squash and onion in 1/4 cup butter until tender-crisp.
  3. In a large bowl, combine the cream of mushroom soup, cream of chicken soup, sour cream, cheddar cheese, salt, and pepper.
  4. Stir in the sautéed squash and onion mixture.
  5. Pour the mixture into a 9×13 inch baking dish.
  6. In a small bowl, combine the crushed Ritz crackers with the melted 2 tablespoons of butter.
  7. Sprinkle the buttered cracker crumbs evenly over the squash mixture.
  8. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the casserole is bubbly and the topping is golden brown.
  9. Let it stand for a few minutes before serving.

Notes

  • For a richer flavor, you can add a pinch of nutmeg to the cheese mixture.
  • If you don’t have Ritz crackers, other buttery crackers can be substituted.
  • This casserole can be made ahead of time and refrigerated. Bake as directed, adding a few extra minutes if needed.

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