Description
If you’re searching for a delightful dish to showcase summer squash, look no further than our Summer Squash Cornbread Casserole. Bursting with cheesy goodness and fresh veggies, this recipe is perfect for family gatherings, potlucks, or as a satisfying side dish. With its creamy texture and rich flavors, even the pickiest eaters will be asking for seconds. Not only is this casserole simple to prepare, but it also highlights seasonal produce in a way that everyone will love. Treat your family to this easy and delicious recipe that brings together the best of summer!
Ingredients
Scale
- ½ cup yellow cornmeal
- ½ cup all-purpose flour (or gluten-free blend)
- 1 Tablespoon granulated sugar
- 1 Tablespoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ⅔ cup sour cream
- ¼ cup milk
- 1 large egg
- 4 cups grated summer squash
- 4 green onions (thinly sliced)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter (plus extra for pan)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease an 8×8 pan or cast iron skillet.
- In a bowl, combine yellow cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Mix in sour cream, milk, and egg until smooth.
- Fold in grated squash, green onions, and cheddar cheese.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared pan and dot with butter.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes until golden brown and set.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square (100g)
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 50mg