Sage Butternut Squash Gratin That Melts in Your Mouth

Sage Butternut Squash Gratin is a comforting vegetarian-friendly side that balances rich flavors and warm aromas, perfect for gatherings.

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Prep Time 20

Cook Time 45

Resting Time 10

Total Time 1 15

Servings: 6 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Vegetarian

Calories: 350

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Gratin

1 medium Butternut Squash can substitute with sweet potatoes or zucchini
1 cup Heavy Cream or half-and-half or non-dairy cream
6 leaves Sage Leaves use dried sage if fresh is unavailable
2 cloves Garlic minced, or swap for shallots
1 cup Parmesan Cheese or Gruyère, cheddar can replace
1 pinch Nutmeg optional but recommended
to taste Salt
to taste Pepper

For Serving

2 tablespoons Fresh Herbs like parsley or thyme, chopped
1 cup Breadcrumbs mixed with herbs for topping

Equipment

baking dish
Saucepan
Vegetable peeler
Mandoline slicer

Method

Preparation

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and coat the baking dish with nonstick spray.
Peel butternut squash and slice it into ¼-inch thick rounds.
In a saucepan, heat heavy cream with minced garlic and sage leaves until warm, do not boil.
Layer the butternut squash in the baking dish, slightly overlapping, and pour infused cream over it.
Continue layering squash, cream, and cheese, finishing with squash on top, dust with nutmeg.
Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes, then remove foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes.
Allow the gratin to rest for a few minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 10gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 4gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 4500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure squash slices are even for uniform cooking. You can make this ahead and bake just before serving.

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