Squash Casserole

Ingredients

• 4 cups yellow squash (sliced)
• 1/2 cup onion (chopped)
• 1/4 cup water
• 35 buttery round crackers (crushed like Ritz)
• 1 cup Cheddar cheese (shredded)
• 2 eggs (large, beaten)
• 3/4 cup milk
• 1/4 cup butter (melted)
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp ground black pepper (to taste)
• 2 tbsp butter (for topping)

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 400°F. Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.

2. 2

   In a large skillet, add sliced squash, chopped onion, and water. Cover and cook over medium heat for about 5 minutes until squash is tender. Drain well.

3. 3

   In a medium bowl, combine crushed crackers and shredded cheese.

4. 4

   Add half of the cracker-cheese mixture to the squash and stir to combine.

5. 5

   In a small bowl, whisk together the eggs and milk. Add to the squash mixture along with the melted butter, salt, and pepper. Stir everything together.

6. 6

   Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish.

7. 7

   Sprinkle the remaining cracker-cheese mixture on top and dot with 2 tablespoons of butter.

8. 8

   Bake uncovered for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown and set.

9. 9

   Serve hot and enjoy every cheesy bite!