Butternut Squash Gratin

Name: Butternut Squash Gratin
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

8 ingredients

2 steps

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

Directions

1

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.
2

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.