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Sage Butternut Squash Gratin

A creamy and savory dish featuring layers of tender butternut squash and fragrant sage, topped with crispy breadcrumbs.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Side Dish, Vegetarian
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 whole butternut squash, peeled and thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh sage, chopped
  • 1 cup cream
  • 1 cup grated cheese (like Gruyere or Parmesan) Substitute with Halal-friendly cheeses like Mozzarella or Cheddar if desired.
  • to taste Salt and pepper
  • for topping cup Breadcrumbs

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Peel and thinly slice the butternut squash.
  3. In a pan over medium heat, add the olive oil and minced garlic. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
  4. In a mixing bowl, combine the cooked garlic, fresh sage, cream, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
  5. In a greased baking dish, alternate layers of butternut squash and the creamy mixture until you run out of ingredients. Finish with a generous layer of grated cheese and breadcrumbs on top.
Baking
  1. Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes.
  2. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes or until the top is golden brown and crispy.
Serving
  1. Allow the gratin to cool slightly before serving.

Notes

Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 1 month. Reheat at 350°F (175°C) for 20-25 minutes or microwave individual portions.