Description
Butternut Squash and Sage Gratin is a creamy, comforting side dish that elevates any holiday gathering. This recipe features layers of tender butternut squash, aromatic sage, and rich Parmesan cheese, all baked to golden perfection. The delightful combination of sweet squash and savory herbs creates a harmonious balance that will have your guests coming back for seconds. Easy to prepare and visually stunning, this gratin is destined to be the star of your Thanksgiving table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs butternut squash, peeled and thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons fresh sage, chopped
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375?F (190?C) and lightly grease a baking dish.
- In a skillet over medium heat, melt butter. Saut? garlic and sage until fragrant (about 2 minutes).
- Layer half of the butternut squash in the baking dish. Top with half the garlic-sage mixture, salt, pepper, and half the Parmesan.
- Pour half of the heavy cream over the first layer. Repeat with remaining ingredients.
- Cover with foil and bake for 40 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 50mg