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Squash Gratin

Squash Gratin
Squash Gratin might be just the side dish you are searching for. This recipe makes 8 servings with 227 calories, 6g of protein, and 13g of fat each. This recipe covers 16% of your daily requirements of vitamins and minerals. Head to the store and pick up garlic, thyme, parsley, and a few other things to make it today. From preparation to the plate, this recipe takes about 1 hour and 5 minutes.

Instructions

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Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Melt 2 tablespoons butter in a large ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat.
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Add the onion and thyme and cook, stirring, until the onion softens, about 5 minutes.
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Meanwhile, combine the butternut and kabocha squash in a large microwave-safe bowl with 1 cup water. Cover with plastic wrap and microwave until the squash is just tender, about 5 minutes.
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Drain and add the squash to the skillet along with the garlic, mace, 1 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper. Cook, stirring, about 3 minutes.
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Add the broth and cook until it is mostly absorbed, about 5 more minutes. Stir in the heavy cream and cook until slightly thickened, 2 minutes.
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Melt the remaining 1 tablespoon butter in the microwave and toss with the breadcrumbs, parmesan and parsley; season with salt and pepper.
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Sprinkle over the squash, then top with the gruyere.
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Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake until golden, about 30 minutes.
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Let rest 5 minutes before serving.
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Cut about 1 inch off the bottom end with a chef's knife. Scoop out the seeds.
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Hold the squash against your body and remove the skin with a vegetable peeler; chop.
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Quarter the squash with a chef's knife, then scoop out the seeds.
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Put each quarter flat-side down and cut off the skin with a paring knife; chop the squash.
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Photograph by David Malosh
DifficultyExpert
Ready In1 h, 5 m.
Servings8
Health Score11
Dish TypesSide Dish
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