Cooking Exceptionally With Gin Lee

  Southern Casserole Without Meat: Creamy Squash and Potatoes with a Crisp Topping A bubbling, golden-topped Southern casserole without meat brings comfort-food flavor to the table with simple ingredients. Tender yellow squash, potatoes, onion, cheddar, and a creamy egg-and-sour-cream filling bake beneath a buttery saltine topping. Drain the squash well before mixing, and you’ll get a creamy casserole instead of a watery one. Why This Southern Casserole Without Meat Belongs on the Table Comfort-food flavor without meat Yellow squash has a mild sweetness that pairs well with savory onion and sharp cheddar. Sour cream makes the filling creamy, while eggs help it hold together as it bakes. The buttery cracker topping adds a crisp finish to each serving. This recipe contains no meat or meat-based broth. It is a vegetarian-friendly side when the cheese and crackers suit your needs; check their labels if you avoid animal-based rennet or other animal ingredients. A flexible dish for every...