Cheesy Squash Skillet
Summer squash and zucchini sautéed until tender, then finished with melty cheddar and crispy fried onions. A Southern comfort side that tastes like casserole but cooks in one pan in under 20 minutes.
- Total time
- 18 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 310
- Protein
- 11g
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Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs yellow summer squash
- 1 lb zucchini
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- ¾ cup crispy fried onions
- 3 tbsp butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
Instructions
- 1
Slice squash and zucchini into 1/4-inch-thick rounds.
- 2
Melt butter in a 12-inch skillet over medium-high heat, then add garlic and cook 30 seconds until fragrant.
- 3
Add squash and zucchini, stirring occasionally, until golden and tender, about 10 minutes.
- 4
Sprinkle cheddar over the top and stir until melted, about 1 minute.
- 5
Top with fried onions and stir gently to distribute.
- 6
Serve hot straight from the skillet.
Tools you’ll need
- 12-inch skillet
- cutting board
- knife
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