Best 8 Cheesy Squash Casserole Dreaming Of Calico County Recipes

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Are you ready for a culinary journey that combines the comforting flavors of cheese, the sweetness of squash, and the crispiness of a golden-brown crust? Look no further than the Cheesy Squash Casserole from Alice's Recipes! This delectable dish is a symphony of textures and flavors, featuring tender chunks of butternut squash enveloped in a creamy cheese sauce and topped with a crunchy breadcrumb crust. But that's not all – this article also includes two additional tempting recipes: a Butternut Squash Soup with a velvety texture and a hint of nutmeg, and a Roasted Butternut Squash that showcases the vegetable's natural sweetness. So, whether you're seeking a hearty main course, a cozy soup for a chilly evening, or a simple yet satisfying side dish, this article has something for every palate. Get ready to indulge in the cheesy, squashy goodness that awaits!

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

CHEESY SQUASH CASSEROLE (DREAMING OF CALICO COUNTY)



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This is as close as I can get to the Calico County recipe for Squash casserole. If you have any suggestions, I would HAPPILY take them! It is my favorite when I can make it home!

Provided by genkigirl

Categories     Vegetable

Time 50m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

6 medium squash (2 1/2-inch)
2 tablespoons butter
1 egg, beaten
1 small onion, finely chopped
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 tablespoon sugar
1 cup cornbread, crumbs
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Wash squash and cut into 1" slices. In saucepan cover with water and cook until tender.
  • Drain well and mash slightly.
  • Add butter, egg, onion, salt, pepper, sugar and bread crumbs.
  • Mix together well.
  • Put in greased casserole dish.
  • Sprinkle with cheese.
  • Bake at 350º for 20-25 minutes.

CHEESY SQUASH CASSEROLE



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A creamy and cheesy casserole with summer squash, zucchini, spinach, mushrooms and a buttery cracker crumb topping. It is so cheesy and yummy that you almost forget you're eating vegetables... Worked on my kids, anyway! They couldn't get enough.

Provided by Dawn P.

Categories     Fruits and Vegetables     Vegetables     Squash

Time 1h10m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 19

2 tablespoons butter, divided
2 cups thinly sliced zucchini
2 cups thinly sliced yellow squash
1 (8 ounce) package baby bella mushrooms, sliced
1 small white onion, thinly sliced
2 cloves garlic, minced, or more to taste
1 (5 ounce) package baby spinach leaves
2 cups crushed buttery round crackers (such as Ritz®)
½ cup butter, melted
2 plum tomatoes, seeded and thinly sliced
1 (4 ounce) jar diced pimento peppers, drained
½ cup mayonnaise
¼ cup sliced green onion
½ teaspoon dried oregano
½ teaspoon dried basil
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
1 cup shredded Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Melt 1 tablespoon butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add zucchini and yellow squash; cover and cook, stirring occasionally, until soft, 6 to 10 minutes. Drain and set aside.
  • Melt 1 tablespoon butter in another large saucepan. Add mushrooms, onion, and garlic; cook and stir until onion starts to soften, about 5 minutes. Add spinach and saute until wilted, 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Mix crackers with 1/2 cup melted butter in a medium bowl.
  • Combine squash mixture, mushroom mixture, tomatoes, pimento peppers, mayonnaise, green onion, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper in a large bowl. Mix well.
  • Layer 1/2 of the squash mixture in a large casserole dish. Cover with 1/2 of the Cheddar and Parmesan cheeses. Top with 1/2 of the cracker crumbs. Layer remaining squash mixture, cheese, and cracker crumbs on top.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until cheese is bubbly and cracker crumbs are browned, 20 to 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 529.5 calories, Carbohydrate 32.7 g, Cholesterol 56.2 mg, Fat 40 g, Fiber 2.8 g, Protein 11.5 g, SaturatedFat 15.4 g, Sodium 897.2 mg, Sugar 4.8 g

CALICO SQUASH CASSEROLE



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My great-aunt made this for a family gathering and it's been a hit ever since, even with the kids! The water chestnuts add a different texture and my husband has even used whole baby carrots instead of shredded carrot. Easy and fast to make and a good way to use up all that squash from the garden!

Provided by DIXYDAHL1N

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Squash     Zucchini

Time 50m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 cups sliced yellow squash
1 cup sliced zucchini
1 onion, chopped
¼ cup sliced green onion
1 cup water
1 teaspoon salt, divided
2 cups crushed buttery round crackers
½ cup melted butter
1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of mushroom soup
1 (8 ounce) can sliced water chestnuts, drained
1 large carrot, shredded
½ cup mayonnaise
½ (4 ounce) jar diced pimento peppers, drained
1 teaspoon sage
½ teaspoon white pepper
1 cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • In a large saucepan combine yellow squash, zucchini, onion, green onion, water and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Cover and cook over medium heat about 6 minutes. Drain well and set aside.
  • In a medium bowl combine cracker crumbs and butter. Mix well and spread half of the mixture into the bottom of a 9x13 inch casserole dish.
  • In a large bowl combine soup, water chestnuts, carrots, mayonnaise, pimentos, sage, pepper and remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt. Fold in squash mixture and spoon over crumb crust. Sprinkle cheese on top, and then the remaining cracker crumbs.
  • Bake in preheated oven for 20 to 30 minutes, or until firm and heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 401.3 calories, Carbohydrate 20 g, Cholesterol 50.6 mg, Fat 33.7 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 6.3 g, SaturatedFat 13.3 g, Sodium 1084.7 mg, Sugar 4.6 g

UNBELIEVABLY CHEESY SQUASH CASSEROLE



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Make and share this Unbelievably Cheesy Squash Casserole recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Berni in NE Georgia

Categories     Cheese

Time 30m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 cups squash, cooked, drained & mashed
2 cups extra-sharp cheddar cheese
2 cups fine cracker crumbs (or bread crumbs)
1 medium onion, chopped
1/2 cup margarine
1 can cream of mushroom soup, shop (undiluted)

Steps:

  • Mix all ingredients.
  • Pour into buttered casserole dish.
  • Bake at 350 degrees for 30 minutes or until set.

CHEESY SQUASH AND ZUCCHINI CASSEROLE



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This cheesy dish is a favorite of our Thanksgiving dinner.

Provided by HALR9000

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Squash     Summer Squash

Time 1h

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

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

Steps:

  • 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 Facts : Calories 277.7 calories, Carbohydrate 16.4 g, Cholesterol 95.1 mg, Fat 20.5 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 8.6 g, SaturatedFat 11.8 g, Sodium 663.4 mg, Sugar 3.4 g

CALICO SQUASH CASSEROLE



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I love to try out different recipes for the squash I grow in my garden. It's fun to bring this beautiful casserole to potlucks because I know it'll go fast. Even the little ones like it. -Lucille Terry, Frankfort, Kentucky

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 50m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 cups sliced yellow summer squash (1/4 inch thick)
1 cup sliced zucchini (1/4 inch thick)
1 medium onion, chopped
1/4 cup sliced green onions
1 cup water
1 teaspoon salt, divided
2 cups crushed butter-flavored crackers
1/2 cup butter, melted
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted
1 can (8 ounces) sliced water chestnuts, drained
1 large carrot, shredded
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1 jar (2 ounces) diced pimientos, drained
1 teaspoon rubbed sage
1/2 teaspoon white pepper
1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, combine the first five ingredients; add 1/2 teaspoon salt. Cover and cook until squash is tender, about 6 minutes. Drain well; set aside. , Combine crumbs and butter; spoon half into a greased shallow 1-1/2-qt. baking dish. In a large bowl, combine the soup, water chestnuts, carrot, mayonnaise, pimientos, sage, pepper and remaining salt; fold in squash mixture. Spoon over crumbs. , Sprinkle with cheese and the remaining crumb mixture. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 30 minutes or until lightly browned.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 439 calories, Fat 34g fat (13g saturated fat), Cholesterol 54mg cholesterol, Sodium 1055mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 7g protein.

CHEESY SUMMER SQUASH CASSEROLE



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Onion and cheddar cheese perk up the rich flavor of summer squash in this comforting casserole. A crispy cornflake-crumb topping adds a little crunch. -Katherine Metz, Jacksonville, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 35m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 small yellow summer squash, sliced
1/4 cup chopped onion
1/2 teaspoon salt, divided
1 large egg
1/4 cup mayonnaise
2 teaspoons sugar
Pepper to taste
1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
2 tablespoons crushed cornflakes
1-1/2 teaspoons butter, melted

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, combine squash, onion and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, until squash is crisp-tender, about 2 minutes. Drain., In a small bowl, whisk the egg, mayonnaise, sugar, pepper and remaining salt until blended. Stir in cheese and squash mixture. Transfer to a greased 2-cup baking dish. Toss the cornflakes and butter; sprinkle over top. , Bake, uncovered, at 350° until golden brown and bubbly, 25-30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 376 calories, Fat 31g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 117mg cholesterol, Sodium 937mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 9g protein.

CALICO YELLOW & ZUCCHINI SQUASH CASSEROLE



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Make and share this Calico Yellow & Zucchini Squash Casserole recipe from Food.com.

Provided by ratherbeswimmin

Categories     Cheese

Time 1h36m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 cups sliced yellow squash (1/4 inch thick)
1 cup sliced zucchini (1/4 inch thick)
1 medium onion, chopped
1/4 cup green onion, chopped
1 cup water
1 teaspoon salt, divided
2 cups crushed butter flavored crackers
1/2 cup butter or 1/2 cup margarine, melted
1 (10 1/2 ounce) can cream of chicken soup
1 (8 ounce) can sliced water chestnuts, drained
1 large carrot, shredded
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1 teaspoon rubbed sage
1/2 teaspoon white pepper
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • In a saucepan, combine the first 5 ingredients; add 1/2 teaspoon salt.
  • Cover and cook until squash is tender, about 6 minutes.
  • Drain well; set aside.
  • Combine cracker crumbs and butter; spoon half into a greased 1 1/2 quart casserole dish.
  • Combine soup, water chestnuts, carrot, mayonnaise, sage, pepper, and remaining salt; fold into squash mixture.
  • Spoon over crumbs.
  • Sprinkle with cheese and the remaining crumb mixture.
  • Bake, uncovered, at 350 degrees for 30 minutes or until lightly browned.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 290.6, Fat 21.9, SaturatedFat 11.7, Cholesterol 48.3, Sodium 867.5, Carbohydrate 18.3, Fiber 2.1, Sugar 4.2, Protein 6.5

Tips:

- Butternut squash: For optimal flavor, choose firm, ripe butternut squash with a deep-orange hue. Avoid squash with blemishes or soft spots. When cooked, it should have a tender, slightly sweet taste. - Cheese blend: A combination of mozzarella, cheddar, and Parmesan cheese creates a luscious, melted cheese sauce that enhances the squash's natural sweetness. Feel free to experiment with different cheese combinations to suit your taste preferences. - Spices and herbs: A blend of spices like nutmeg, cinnamon, and thyme imparts warm, comforting flavors to the casserole. Fresh herbs like parsley and sage add a touch of brightness and freshness. Adjust the quantities to your liking or add other herbs like rosemary or marjoram. - Breadcrumbs: Panko breadcrumbs provide a crispy, golden-brown topping that contrasts with the creamy squash filling. They also absorb excess moisture, preventing the casserole from becoming soggy. For a nuttier flavor, try using toasted walnuts or pecans instead. - Cooking time: The casserole should be baked until the squash is tender when pierced with a fork and the top is golden brown. Depending on the size of the squash and the oven's temperature, this may take around 45 minutes to an hour. - Serving suggestions: Cheesy squash casserole pairs well with a variety of side dishes. Consider roasted vegetables, a crisp green salad, or mashed potatoes. It can be enjoyed as a main course or as a hearty side dish.

Conclusion:

This cheesy squash casserole is a delightful combination of sweet butternut squash, a creamy cheese sauce, and a crispy breadcrumb topping. With its warm, comforting flavors and simple preparation, it's perfect for a cozy family meal or a special occasion. The blend of spices and herbs, along with the contrasting textures, creates a dish that is both satisfying and delicious. Experiment with different cheese combinations and toppings to create your own unique version of this classic casserole.

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