SQUASH AU GRATIN

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This is a fabulous-tasting dish that has an awesome aroma while baking. Tart apples add a fruity flavor. -Deb Williams, Peoria, Arizona

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 1h15m

Yield 9 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

5-1/2 cups thinly sliced peeled butternut squash
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
1 cup heavy whipping cream
2 medium tart apples, peeled and thinly sliced
1 cup (4 ounces) crumbled Gorgonzola cheese

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the squash, salt, pepper, nutmeg and 1 tablespoon oil; toss to coat. Transfer to a greased 11x7-in. baking dish; pour cream over top., Cover and bake at 325° for 30 minutes. In a small bowl, toss apples in remaining oil. Spoon over squash. Bake, uncovered, for 25-30 minutes or until squash is tender. Sprinkle with cheese; bake 3-5 minutes longer or until cheese is melted. Freeze option: Before adding cheese, cool baked casserole; cover and freeze. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Remove from refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Preheat oven to 325°. Reheat casserole, increasing time as necessary for a thermometer inserted in center to read 165°. Sprinkle with cheese and bake until melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 223 calories, Fat 17g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 47mg cholesterol, Sodium 314mg sodium, Carbohydrate 17g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

Amg Eminent
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I made this dish for my kids and they loved it! They especially liked the crispy breadcrumb topping. I will definitely be making this again.


Suko Zwane
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This is a great recipe for using up leftover squash. I always have a few butternut squash in my pantry and this is a great way to use them up.


Lesia Chiripamberi
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I made this dish for a dinner party and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it! I especially liked the way the squash and cheese melted together in the oven.


linzi Gardner
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This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's easy to make and it's always a hit with my family.


HamzaAmna Babar
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I love this recipe! The squash is so creamy and the sauce is so flavorful. I always make extra so I can have leftovers for lunch the next day.


Mohammed Alashhab
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This dish is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I like to serve it with a side of green beans.


Erfan Farhan
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This is a great recipe for a fall dinner. The squash is so sweet and the cheese sauce is so rich and flavorful. I always make extra so I can have leftovers for lunch the next day.


Honey Suckle
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This is a great recipe for a special occasion. It's elegant and delicious. I like to serve it with a side of roasted potatoes.


Marilou Torres
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I made this dish for my kids and they loved it! They especially liked the crispy breadcrumb topping. I will definitely be making this again.


Laboni Akter
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This is a great recipe for using up leftover squash. I always have a few butternut squash in my pantry and this is a great way to use them up.


Alyssa Sterling
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I made this dish for a dinner party and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it! I especially liked the way the squash and cheese melted together in the oven.


Gerard Joseph
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This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I like to serve it with a side of roasted vegetables.


Raging Richie
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I'm not usually a big fan of squash, but this dish changed my mind. The squash was so creamy and the sauce was so flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Connie Derrick
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This is one of my favorite fall recipes. The squash is so sweet and pairs perfectly with the cheese and bread crumbs. I always make extra so I can have leftovers for lunch the next day.


Qasimprince Qasimprince
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I made this dish for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it! I especially liked the crispy breadcrumb topping.


Sultana Akter
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This squash au gratin was a hit with my family! The squash was perfectly tender and the cheesy sauce was rich and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.