Cheesy and Easy Squash and Zucchini Casserole

Let me start out by saying that I absolutely LOVE to cook.  Due to my lifestyle, I never get a chance to cook.  Well, I finally got some time to cook a home cooked meal.  One of the items I decided to make was a squash and zucchini casserole.  I must say that it turned out great!  It seemed to be even better the next day.  If you love squash and zucchini, I suggest you try this casserole :)

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Ingredients:

There aren't many ingredients you will need.  Remember, the recipe is easy!
*2 pounds of squash
*2 pounds of zucchini
(You may do all squash or all zucchini..)
*2-3 sweet onions
*1-2 Tablespoons of REAL butter
*3 table spoons of olive oil
*8 ounces (1 cup) of sour cream
*1/4 cup of half and half
*3 large eggs
*4-8 ounces of cheese (preferably Parmesan, cheddar, or a combination)
*1 sleeve of butter crackers (crushed)
*1 teaspoon finely chopped thyme leaves (optional)
*salt and freshly ground black pepper for taste

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Preparing:

*Preheat your oven to 350 degrees.  
*Butter a 13x9 baking dish.  You may use cooking spray instead.

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Cut the squash and zucchini into thin slices.
Cut the onions into thin to medium rings.

Saute' the onions in the olive oil and butter for about 5 minutes.  

Add the squash, zucchini, salt, pepper, and thyme.  Cook an additional 20-25 minutes. 

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Using a draining spoon, place the squash, zucchini, and onions into a buttered 13x9 baking dish.  DO NOT DISCARD THE JUICES!

In a separate mixing bowl, whisk the half and half and eggs together.  Add the sour cream and whisk until smooth.  Add the left over juices.  Finally, add the cheese a little at a time.  

Pour the cheese mixture over the squash, zucchini, and onions.  Be sure to manipulate the vegetables so that the cheese mixture is evenly distributed.  

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*Bake the casserole for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese sauce sets.  
*Sprinkle the cracker crumbles over the casserole and bake an additional 10 minutes, or until the cracker crumbles are golden brown.

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TAH DAHHHHHH!!!!!!!! Your Casserole Is Ready!!!!

If you have any questions or concerns, you may click on the comments link for this post.  You may also contact me!  Good luck : )