Southern Squash Casserole

Step 1

Preheat oven to 375 degrees Farenheit.

Step 2

Rinse and slice squash and set aside.

Step 3

Heat 2 tablespoons of butter in a skillet over medium high heat.

Step 4

Roughly chop a medium yellow onion and mince 2 cloves of garlic.

Step 5

Add squash, onion and garlic to heated skillet. Sauté until squash and onion are tender, about 8-10 minutes. Remove from heat.

Step 6

Transfer squash mixture to a large bowl. Add cheeses, heavy cream and sour cream. Season with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika and red pepper. Stir to incorporate all ingredients.

Step 7

Transfer squash mixture to greased baking dish and top with crushed Ritz Crackers. Add some fresh cracked black pepper right on top and a few pats of butter.

Step 8

Bake in preheated oven for 40-45 minutes until golden and bubbly.