Merritt's Butternut Squash Gratin Recipe
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Merritt's Butternut Squash Gratin

By: Merrittorious  Supporting Member (Click to learn more about Supporting Membership)
"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."

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What to Drink?

Wine Chardonnay
Prep Time:
40 Min
Cook Time:
1 Hr 25 Min
Ready In:
2 Hrs 5 Min

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Original Recipe Yield 1 - 9x13 inch baking dish
 

Ingredients

  • 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
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  2. 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.
  3. 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.

Nutritional Information open nutritional information

Amount Per Serving  Calories: 271 | Total Fat: 16.2g | Cholesterol: 51mg

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The reviewer gave this recipe 2 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Sep. 26, 2008 by Teddysmom 
One of the considerations I use in rating any recipe is the cost of the ingredients vs. the... MORE
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Reviewed on Oct. 29, 2008 by Clare 
I have made this for 30 odd years. The 1st part can all be done on the stove top in a large... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Nov. 15, 2008 by Merrittorious Supporting Member (Click to learn more about Supporting Membership)
Note in response to Laura: Great question! Yes, you can make it all ahead of time, just keep... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Sep. 28, 2008 by Christine M Supporting Member (Click to learn more about Supporting Membership)
Well! I am so glad I picked today to finally make and review this dish! :) I ended up buying... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jul. 28, 2008 by GodivaGirl 
Okay Merritt, worthy of a 5 star rating!!! I'm a butternut squash *newbie* and this dish was... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Oct. 19, 2008 by MARYKW 
We loved this! My 7yo says the flavor reminds her of stuffing. I brought the price down a... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Nov. 17, 2008 by A.Z. 
I can't believe that I forgot to rate this one - not like he needs another rave review, but I... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Sep. 25, 2008 by Chelsea 
This was FANTASTIC!! Im making this again for thanksgiving. I didnt change a thing. Please... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Oct. 28, 2009 by Cameron Supporting Member (Click to learn more about Supporting Membership)
boom goes the dynamite. this recipe is the best butternut squash recipe i've seen yet! ROCK... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Aug. 14, 2008 by GOD_IS_LOVE 
awesome!!Best butternut squash recipe I have found. So delicious. I grew 1 butternut squash... MORE

 
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