Best 8 Butternut Squash Potato Au Gratin Happy Thanksgiving Recipes

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As the autumn leaves start to fall and the air becomes crisp, it's time to start thinking about Thanksgiving dinner. Butternut squash potato au gratin is a classic Thanksgiving dish that is both delicious and easy to make. This hearty casserole is made with layers of roasted butternut squash, thinly sliced potatoes, a creamy cheese sauce, and a crispy breadcrumb topping. It's the perfect side dish to serve with roasted turkey or chicken, and it's sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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MERRITT'S BUTTERNUT SQUASH GRATIN



Merritt's Butternut Squash Gratin image

Slightly sweet golden squash is topped with a savory herbed cheese-breadcrumb topping. It's been my signature dish every Thanksgiving for the last 12 years. It takes a bit of work, but it is so, so worth it. Your guests will ask you for the recipe, so be prepared.

Provided by Merrittorious

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Squash

Time 2h5m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 tablespoons butter
1 yellow onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 (2 1/2 pound) butternut squash - peeled, seeded, and cut into 3/4-inch chunks
1 teaspoon brown sugar
1 cup chicken broth
8 ounces shredded Gruyere cheese
8 ounces shredded extra-sharp Cheddar cheese
1 cup dry bread crumbs
1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme
1 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  • Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Stir in the onions and garlic; cook until the onions soften and turn golden brown, about 10 minutes. Add the butternut squash and brown sugar. Continue cooking and stirring until the butternut squash begins to brown on the edges, but is still somewhat firm in the center, about 10 minutes more. Scrape the squash into the prepared baking dish, and pour in the chicken broth. Wrap tightly with aluminum foil.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until the liquid has been absorbed and the squash is tender, 45 to 50 minutes. Toss together the Gruyere cheese, Cheddar cheese, bread crumbs, thyme, and rosemary in a bowl until evenly combined. Remove the foil from the baking dish, and sprinkle the squash evenly with the cheese mixture. Sprinkle the Parmesan cheese on top. Return to the oven, and bake uncovered for 15 minutes more until the topping is lightly crunchy and brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 269 calories, Carbohydrate 19.9 g, Cholesterol 50.1 mg, Fat 16 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 13.3 g, SaturatedFat 9.1 g, Sodium 395.2 mg, Sugar 3.6 g

BUTTERNUT SQUASH GRATIN



Butternut Squash Gratin image

Combine fall flavors for dinner tonight - butternut and spaghetti squash and potatoes baked in this cheesy French gratin recipe.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 3h30m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 butternut squash (3 lb)
1 spaghetti squash (3 lb)
2 tablespoons butter, melted
1 cup packed light brown sugar
3 cups whipping cream
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
5 large Yukon Gold potatoes (about 2 1/2 lb), cut into 1/8-inch slices
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
16 oz fontina cheese, shredded (4 cups)
Fresh rosemary sprigs, if desired

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 450°F. Spray 17x12-inch half-sheet pan with cooking spray. Cut butternut and spaghetti squash in half lengthwise; discard seeds. Place squash, cut sides up, in pan. Drizzle with melted butter; sprinkle with 1/2 cup of the brown sugar. Bake 40 minutes or until tender. Cool 20 minutes.
  • With fork, scrape inside of spaghetti squash to remove spaghetti-like strands; place in large bowl. Scoop pulp from butternut squash; coarsely chop pulp. Toss with spaghetti squash.
  • In heavy nonaluminum saucepan, heat whipping cream over medium heat 5 minutes, stirring frequently, just until it begins to steam (do not boil); remove from heat. In small bowl, mix cinnamon, nutmeg and remaining 1/2 cup brown sugar; set aside.
  • Butter 13x9-inch (3-quart) glass baking dish. Arrange one-fourth of the potato slices in baking dish. Top with one-third of the squash mixture; sprinkle with 1/4 teaspoon of the salt, 1/4 teaspoon of the pepper and 1 cup of the cheese. Pour 3/4 cup hot cream over top. Repeat layers twice, sprinkling one-third of reserved brown sugar mixture over each of second and third squash layers. Top with remaining potato slices, 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Gently press layers down with back of spoon. Sprinkle with remaining 1 cup cheese; pour remaining 3/4 cup hot cream over top. Sprinkle with remaining brown sugar mixture. Line cookie sheet with foil. Place baking dish on cookie sheet.
  • Cover; bake 1 hour. Uncover; bake 25 minutes longer or until top is golden brown and potatoes are tender. Cool 20 minutes before serving. Garnish with rosemary.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 540, Carbohydrate 53 g, Fat 4 1/2, Fiber 7 g, Protein 13 g, SaturatedFat 18 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 500 mg

AU GRATIN POTATOES WITH SQUASH



Au Gratin Potatoes with Squash image

After volunteering to take a potato casserole to a friend's party, I thought I'd do a twist on au gratin by adding squash. Everyone just loved it.-Patricia Harmon, Baden, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 55m

Yield 10 servings (3/4 cup each).

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
2 cans (12 ounces each) evaporated milk
1 cup water
7 medium potatoes (about 2 pounds), peeled and sliced
4 cups sliced peeled butternut squash (about 1 pound)
1/4 cup minced fresh chives
2 cups shredded Swiss cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°. In a Dutch oven, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in flour, salt, pepper and nutmeg until smooth; gradually whisk in milk and water. Stir in potatoes, squash and chives. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 8-10 minutes or until potatoes and squash are almost tender., In a greased 13x9-in. baking dish, layer half of the potato mixture and 1 cup cheese. Repeat layers., Bake, uncovered, 25-30 minutes or until golden brown and potatoes are tender. Let stand 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 267 calories, Fat 13g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 47mg cholesterol, Sodium 377mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 12g protein.

WINTER SQUASH AND POTATO GRATIN



Winter Squash and Potato Gratin image

This savory casserole is an almost classic gratin dauphinois (potatoes au gratin), with squash standing in for half of the potatoes and low-fat milk substituting for cream. It is a very comforting dish that can be baked ahead and reheated.

Provided by Martha Rose Shulman

Categories     casseroles

Time 2h

Yield Serves 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 large garlic clove, cut in half
1 1/4 pounds russet potatoes or Yukon golds (or add purple potatoes to the mix), scrubbed, peeled if desired and sliced about 1/4 inch thick
1 1/4 pounds winter squash, such as butternut, peeled and sliced about 1/4 inch thick
1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
1 teaspoon chopped fresh rosemary
1 cup, tightly packed, grated Gruyère cheese (4 ounces)
Salt to taste
Freshly ground pepper
2-1/2 cups low-fat milk

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees. Rub the inside of a 2-quart gratin dish or baking dish with the cut side of the garlic, and lightly oil with olive oil or butter. Slice any garlic that remains and toss with the potatoes, squash, thyme, rosemary, half the cheese and a generous amount of salt and pepper. Arrange in an even layer in the gratin dish.
  • Pour the milk over the potatoes and squash, and press the vegetables down into the milk. Place in the oven, and bake one hour. Every 20 minutes, remove the gratin dish and press the potatoes and squash down into the liquid with the back of a large spoon. After one hour, sprinkle on the remaining cheese and bake for another 30 minutes, until the top is golden and the sides crusty. Remove from the oven, and allow to sit for 10 to 15 minutes before serving. Serve hot or warm.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 242, UnsaturatedFat 3 grams, Carbohydrate 34 grams, Fat 7 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 12 grams, SaturatedFat 4 grams, Sodium 725 milligrams, Sugar 8 grams

BUTTERNUT SQUASH & POTATO AU GRATIN. HAPPY THANKSGIVING!



Butternut Squash & Potato Au Gratin. Happy Thanksgiving! image

A wonderful, wonderful, melting, soothing, nourishing Thanksgiving side dish, or a decadent weeknight main dish. If you have a mandolin or other slicer, this dish takes so very little time to prep. And then you have comfort food at its finest.

Provided by Soma Sengupta

Categories     Potato

Time 1h20m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 cups heavy cream
4 large sprigs rosemary
6 garlic cloves, smashed
salt and pepper
2 lbs yukon gold potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced
1 butternut squash, peeled and thinly sliced (about 2 pounds)
2 1/4 cups coarsely grated gruyere cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees . In a small saucepan, bring the cream, rosemary sprigs and garlic just to a boil over medium heat. Remove from heat; let steep. When cool, strain, discard herbs & garlic and season the cream with salt & pepper.
  • Layer a lightly buttered 3 quart baking dish with slices of potatoes & squash, & sprinkle with some of the cheese. Continue layering & sprinkling the cheese until you have used all the potatoes & squash. Bring the steeped cream back just to scald & pour over the gratin. Sprinkle with remaining cheese.
  • Bake, covered, until the edges begin to bubble, about 30 minutes. Uncover, sprinkle with the remaining 1/4 cup cheese and bake until the vegetables are tender and the top is browned, 25 to 30 minutes. Let rest for 15 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 496.7, Fat 32.1, SaturatedFat 19.5, Cholesterol 114.9, Sodium 135.3, Carbohydrate 42, Fiber 4.9, Sugar 4.3, Protein 14

BUTTERNUT SQUASH AU GRATIN RECIPE BY TASTY



Butternut Squash Au Gratin Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: unsalted butter, garlic, all purpose flour, milk, Campbell's® Cream of Chicken Soup, onion powder, kosher salt, freshly ground black pepper, fresh thyme leaf, shredded sharp cheddar cheese, shredded gruyère cheese, grated parmesan cheese, butternut squash, shredded sharp cheddar cheese, shredded gruyère cheese, seasoned bread crumbs, fresh thyme leaf

Provided by Campbell's

Categories     Dinner

Yield 9 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 tablespoon unsalted butter
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon all purpose flour
1 cup milk
1 can Campbell's® Cream of Chicken Soup
¼ teaspoon onion powder
¼ teaspoon kosher salt
¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaf, roughly chopped (option to use dried)
½ cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
½ cup shredded gruyère cheese
¼ cup grated parmesan cheese
1 butternut squash, halved lengthwise and sliced into ⅛-inch-thick slices
½ cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
½ cup shredded gruyère cheese
⅓ cup seasoned bread crumbs
1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaf, roughly chopped (option to use dried)

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
  • Melt the butter in a medium saucepan over medium-low heat. Add the garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add the flour and stir for 1 minute more, or until the flour turns light golden brown in color. Slowly pour the milk, stirring constantly, and cook, still stirring, until the mixture thickens slightly, 2-3 minutes.
  • Add the Campbell's® Cream of Chicken Soup and stir to combine. Add the onion powder; salt; pepper; thyme; and the cheddar, Gruyère, and Parmesan cheeses. Stir for about 2 minutes, or until the cheese has melted completely. Remove the pot from the heat.
  • Arrange ⅓ of the butternut squash slices on the bottom of an 8-inch square baking dish. Spread ⅓ of the sauce on top of the squash. Repeat with the remaining squash and sauce to make 2 more layers.
  • Bake the gratin for 35 minutes, until the butternut squash is tender.
  • Remove the gratin from the oven and turn the broiler on high.
  • Sprinkle the cheddar and Gruyère cheeses over the gratin in an even layer. Top with the bread crumbs and thyme.
  • Return the gratin to the oven and broil until the cheese is melted and the bread crumbs are toasted, 1-3 minutes. Keep a close eye on the dish to prevent burning.
  • Allow the gratin to cool for about 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 290 calories, Carbohydrate 26 grams, Fat 14 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 15 grams, Sugar 4 grams

BUTTERNUT SQUASH GRATIN



Butternut Squash Gratin image

I recently discovered the unique and flavorful taste of this "less popular" winter squash. I feel that this vegetable is overlooked by most of society. Do yourself a favor and a try butternut squash, if not this recipe, another. However, I feel that you might enjoy this version.

Provided by kyle martin

Categories     Vegetable

Time 1h15m

Yield 12 sides, 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2/3 cup chopped parsley
1 tablespoon freshly grated lemon, rind of
3 cloves garlic
1 (3 lb) butternut squash, peeled,seeded,and cut into 3/8 inch slices (about 10 cups)
1/2 teaspoon salt, divided
1/4 teaspoon pepper, divided
1/2 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth, warm
3/4 cup freshly grate parmesan cheese (3 oz.)
2 tablespoons fine dry breadcrumbs
1 teaspoon olive oil

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 4oo degrees.
  • spray 12*8- inch glass baking dish or gratin dish with nonstick cooking spray.
  • In small bowl, mix together parsley, lemon peel and garlic.
  • Spread half of the squash slices in baking dish.
  • Sprinkle with 1/4 teaspoon salt, 1/8 teaspoon pepper and half of parsley mixture.
  • Top with remaining squash and parsley mixture.
  • Gently pour broth over squash.
  • Season with remaining salt and pepper.
  • Cover with foil.
  • Bake 40 to 45 minutes or until squash is almost tender.
  • Meanwhile, in small bowl, mix together cheese, bread crumbs and oil.
  • Top gratin with cheese mixture.
  • Bake, uncovered, an additional 15 minutes or until squash is tender and top is golden.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 95, Fat 2.5, SaturatedFat 1.2, Cholesterol 5.5, Sodium 219.4, Carbohydrate 15.9, Fiber 2.6, Sugar 2.8, Protein 4.2

BUTTERNUT SQUASH, APPLE, ONION AU GRATIN



Butternut Squash, Apple, Onion Au Gratin image

Great fall dish! Our family uses it as a Thanksgiving side. Can be made vegetarian by leaving out bacon and substituting vegetable stock for chicken stock.

Provided by LJFQ27

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Onion

Time 1h20m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 10

Cooking spray
¼ cup flour
1 teaspoon salt
1 pinch cinnamon
1 butternut squash - peeled, seeded and sliced
4 apples - peeled, cored and sliced
½ sweet onion, thinly sliced
1 cup chicken stock
1 cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
3 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350. Spray 9- x 11-inch glass baking pan with cooking spray.
  • Place flour, salt, and cinnamon into a large plastic bag. Add squash, apples, and onions; shake until lightly dusted.
  • In glass dish, layer 1/2 of squash, apples, and sweet onion. Pour 1/2 cup chicken stock over the top, then sprinkle 1/2 of cheese. Layer with remaining squash, apple, and onions. Pour remaining chicken stock over the top, and cover with foil.
  • Bake in preheated oven for 40 minutes.
  • Take out and sprinkle with bacon crumbles and remaining cheese. Return, uncovered, to oven; bake for another 5 minutes. Let sit for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 169 calories, Carbohydrate 25.4 g, Cholesterol 17.5 mg, Fat 6 g, Fiber 4.1 g, Protein 6.2 g, SaturatedFat 3.3 g, Sodium 386.8 mg, Sugar 8.8 g

Tips:

  • Choose the right butternut squash. Look for one that is firm and heavy for its size, with a smooth, unblemished skin.
  • Peel and cube the butternut squash correctly. Use a sharp knife to carefully peel the squash, then cut it in half lengthwise and scoop out the seeds. Cut the squash into 1-inch cubes.
  • Roast the butternut squash until tender. Toss the squash cubes with olive oil, salt, and pepper, then spread them in a single layer on a baking sheet. Roast at 425 degrees Fahrenheit for 20-25 minutes, or until the squash is tender and slightly caramelized.
  • Use a good quality cheese. Gruyère, Parmesan, and Cheddar are all excellent choices for this recipe. Use a freshly grated cheese for the best flavor.
  • Make sure the sauce is thick enough. The sauce should be thick enough to coat the back of a spoon. If it's too thin, add more flour or cornstarch.
  • Don't overcook the gratin. The gratin is done when the top is golden brown and bubbly and the sauce is thick and creamy.

Conclusion:

Butternut squash potato au gratin is a delicious and elegant side dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste. With its creamy, cheesy sauce and roasted butternut squash, this gratin is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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