It’s called this for a reason: Grandkids’ Favorite Casserole tends to make kids happy and awaken the inner child in just about anyone. How could it not?! The base is a tender, creamy mixture of sweet summer squash, juicy zucchini, and melty cheese, while on top is a delightful ocean of cheddar cheese crackers swimming in butter. Your tastebuds will cannonball into the flavors of Grandkids’ Favorite Casserole; imagine what the grandkids will say! It’s going to become their favorite in an instant.
Ingredients
- 3 pounds yellow squash, chopped
- 2 pounds zucchini, chopped
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 tablespoons kosher salt
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 large egg
- 1 (8-ounce) block extra-sharp cheddar cheese, grated
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 2 cups cheddar cheese crackers, preferably in fun shapes
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted
Directions
Step 1 –Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
Step 2 –Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish, preferably with butter.
Step 3 –Add the squash, the zucchini, and the onion and add enough hot water to cover them by about 2 inches.
Step 4 –Add the salt to the veggies and stir to dissolve.
Step 5 –Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat.
Step 6 –Boil the vegetable mixture until the squash is very tender when pierced with a fork, about 10 minutes.
Step 7 –Drain the vegetable mixture well and let stand at room temperature until cooled slightly, about 15 minutes.
Step 8 –Stir the sour cream and the mayo together in a large bowl.
Step 9 –Lightly beat the egg and stir it into the mayo mixture.
Step 10 –Gently stir the cheese, the pepper, and the cooked squash mixture into the mayo mixture.
Step 11 –Spoon the mixture into the prepared baking dish.
Step 12 –Bake until bubbly, about 40 minutes.
Step 13 –Combine the crackers and the melted butter, tossing to coat.
Step 14 –Arrange the crackers over the casserole and bake until toasted, about 10 minutes.
Step 15 –Let stand for 5 minutes.
Step 16 –Serve.
