BUTTERNUT SQUASH GRATIN

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Squash finds its way into many of my recipes, but my favorite is butternut because I love the richness and sweetness it adds to a dish. After sharing it with my sisters, they now all make this side for all their Thanksgiving dinners. -Cheryl Lundquist, Wake Forest, North Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h20m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

1 large butternut squash (about 5 pounds), peeled and cut into 1/4-inch slices
4 shallots, chopped
2-1/2 cups shredded Gruyere or Swiss cheese, divided
1/2 cup spreadable pineapple cream cheese
1 cup heavy whipping cream
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 cup crushed seasoned salad croutons

Steps:

Preheat oven to 375°. In a greased 13x9-in. baking dish, layer half the squash, all the shallots and 1 cup cheese. Top with remaining squash and 1 cup cheese., In a small bowl, beat cream cheese, cream, salt and pepper until smooth; pour over top. Sprinkle with remaining cheese; top with croutons. Bake, covered, 30 minutes. Bake, uncovered, 30-40 minutes longer or until top is golden brown and squash is tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 296 calories, Fat 18g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 63mg cholesterol, Sodium 298mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 10g protein.

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