SQUASH AU GRATIN

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This is a fabulous-tasting dish that has an awesome aroma while baking. Tart apples add a fruity flavor. -Deb Williams, Peoria, Arizona

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h15m

Yield 9 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

5-1/2 cups thinly sliced peeled butternut squash
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
1 cup heavy whipping cream
2 medium tart apples, peeled and thinly sliced
1 cup (4 ounces) crumbled Gorgonzola cheese

Steps:

In a large bowl, combine the squash, salt, pepper, nutmeg and 1 tablespoon oil; toss to coat. Transfer to a greased 11x7-in. baking dish; pour cream over top., Cover and bake at 325° for 30 minutes. In a small bowl, toss apples in remaining oil. Spoon over squash. Bake, uncovered, for 25-30 minutes or until squash is tender. Sprinkle with cheese; bake 3-5 minutes longer or until cheese is melted. Freeze option: Before adding cheese, cool baked casserole; cover and freeze. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Remove from refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Preheat oven to 325°. Reheat casserole, increasing time as necessary for a thermometer inserted in center to read 165°. Sprinkle with cheese and bake until melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 223 calories, Fat 17g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 47mg cholesterol, Sodium 314mg sodium, Carbohydrate 17g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 4g protein.