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Butternut Squash Gratin

Creamy, cheesy butternut squash baked with garlic, parmesan, and a golden breadcrumb topping. The ultimate cozy fall and holiday side dish.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Casserole, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 295
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Gratin Base
  • 3 lbs butternut squash peeled and sliced thin
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp thyme fresh leaves
  • 1 cup parmesan cheese grated, divided
Topping
  • 0.5 cup breadcrumbs
  • 3 tbsp butter melted
  • black pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Baking dish
  • Saucepan
  • Knife
  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Warm cream with garlic, salt, pepper, and thyme.
  3. Layer squash in a baking dish, adding parmesan between layers.
  4. Pour cream mixture over layered squash.
  5. Mix breadcrumbs, melted butter, parmesan, and pepper.
  6. Sprinkle topping over gratin.
  7. Bake 35–45 minutes until golden and tender.
  8. Let rest before serving.

Notes

Slice squash thinly for even cooking; rest before serving to thicken.