Name: Yellow Squash Casserole
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 60 min
Yield: 12
Ingredients: 4 lbs yellow squash ((preferably small to medium), sliced into rounds about 1/3-inch thick) (Source: 4 lbs. yellow squash ((preferably small to medium), sliced into rounds about 1/3-inch thick)); 1 cup sour cream (Source: 1 cup sour cream); 1 each large egg (Source: 1 large egg); 3/4 cup + 1/3 cup panko breadcrumbs, (divided) (Source: 3/4 cup + 1/3 cup panko breadcrumbs, (divided)); 1 1/4 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese (Source: 1 1/4 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese); 1/2 cup chopped parsley (Source: 1/2 cup chopped parsley); 2 Tbsp dried chives (Source: 2 Tbsp dried chives); 3 Tbsp butter, (divided) (Source: 3 Tbsp butter, (divided)); 1 each medium yellow onion, (chopped) (Source: 1 medium yellow onion, (chopped)); 2 each garlic cloves, (minced (2 tsp)) (Source: 2 garlic cloves, (minced (2 tsp))); 1 cup finely shredded parmesan cheese, (divided) (Source: 1 cup finely shredded parmesan cheese, (divided)); As Needed Salt (Source seasoning: Salt and freshly ground black pepper); As Needed black pepper (Source seasoning: Salt and freshly ground black pepper)

Get to know the ingredients

yellow squash (preferably small to medium; , sliced into rounds about 1/3-inch thick)

In the method: Spray a 13 by 9-inch baking dish with non-stick cooking spray.

sour cream

In the method: While squash is boiling in a mixing bowl stir together sour cream, egg, 1/3 cup breadcrumbs, cheddar cheese, 1/2 cup parmesan cheese, parsley and chives.

large egg

In the method: Preheat oven to 350 degrees.

Let’s make it

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Servings

Original recipe: Serves 12. Original quantities shown.

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How to make it

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Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Spray a 13 by 9-inch baking dish with non-stick cooking spray.
Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add squash and let boil just until nearly tender, about 5 - 6 minutes. Drain into a colander, set aside to drain well.
While squash is boiling in a mixing bowl stir together sour cream, egg, 1/3 cup breadcrumbs, cheddar cheese, 1/2 cup parmesan cheese, parsley and chives. Set aside.
Melt 1 Tbsp butter in a 12-inch saute pan or deep skillet over medium heat. Add onion and saute until slightly golden brown and tender, about 7 minutes. Add garlic and saute 1 minute longer. Remove from heat.
Add squash and sour cream mixture to pan (with onions) and season with salt and pepper to taste. Toss mixture to evenly coat the pour into prepared baking dish and spread even. Cover with foil and bake in preheated oven 20 minutes.
Melt remaining 2 Tbsp butter in a small mixing bowl. Add in 3/4 cup panko and 1/2 cup parmesan cheese and toss to evenly coat mixture. Remove casserole from oven after the 20 minutes and sprinkle mixture evenly over top.
Move oven rack to upper third of the oven, return casserole to oven. Bake 10 minutes longer or until cheese has melted and casserole is heated through.
Turn on broiler and broil just briefly to make topping golden brown, about 1 - 2 minutes (don't walk away from it, it will brown quickly!). Serve casserole warm garnished with a little chopped parsley if desired.

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The last little job

Finish as directed

Serve casserole warm garnished with a little chopped parsley if desired.

A little more help as you go

Watch the broiling step

Follow the broiling stage and its stated finish check.

Prepare for the next step

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Prepare the finishing addition

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A few questions you might have

What should I prepare first?

Set out the oven, baking dish, pot, and skillet. Start with this step: Preheat oven to 350 degrees.

Which preparation step should I plan for?

Follow the covered and uncovered stages in their stated order.

What check should I look for as it cooks?

Bake 10 minutes longer or until cheese has melted and casserole is heated through.

Is there another preparation step to plan for?

Follow the broiling stage and its stated finish check.

Additional recipe notes

POSSIBLE VARIATIONS: Use zucchini in place of yellow squash. Try a different cheese such as romano for parmesan or a sharper gruyere for cheddar. Add extra cheese. Sneak in a sliced tomato. Substitute crushed ritz crackers for panko (use 35 crackers, and no broiling necessary). Try it with creme fraiche in place of sour cream.

Yellow Squash Casserole

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2. Preheat as directed

3. Prepare the first additions