parmesan butternut squash gratin

This sweet & savory Parmesan Butternut Squash Gratin is colorful and delicious. A perfect addition to your turkey day spread.

We all have traditional dishes that we serve each and every year. You know the ones. 

Let’s continue to make some new traditions with a new or improved dish here and there.

parmesan butternut squash gratin

This gratin can easily be prepared the day before your gathering. Anytime I can get a head start on my Thanksgiving Day menu, I am a happy girl. What you need…

  • Butternut squash
  • Butter
  • Garlic
  • Panko bread crumbs
  • Freshly grated parmesan cheese
  • Salt & freshly ground black pepper
  • Fresh parsley

parmesan butternut squash gratin

It’s important to be sure your squash slices are uniform in thickness to ensure that they roast evenly. I find that my stainless steel scraper with the measuring guide along the edge comes in handy to keep me in check.

  • Heat the oven to 375°F.
  • Spray a 13 x 9-inch (3-quart) glass baking dish with cooking spray.
  • Peel, halve lengthwise and seed the squash; cut into 1/2-inch-thick slices.
  • Arrange in the prepared baking dish with slices overlapping slightly.
  • Do your best to make two rows of overlapping slices.
  • In a 2-quart saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
  • Reduce heat to low.
  • Add the garlic; cook 2 to 3 minutes, stirring frequently, until garlic is soft and butter is infused with garlic flavor.
  • Do not let the butter brown.
  • In a small bowl, mix panko bread crumbs, parmesan cheese and one tablespoon of the butter-garlic mixture.
  • Brush the squash slices with remaining butter-garlic mixture.
  • Sprinkle with salt, pepper and bread crumb mixture.
  • Bake uncovered 30 to 40 minutes or until squash is tender when pierced with a fork.
  • Increase oven temperature to 425°F.
  • Bake 5 to 10 minutes longer or until lightly browned.
  • Before serving, sprinkle chopped parsley over top.

parmesan butternut squash gratinparmesan butternut squash gratinparmesan butternut squash gratin

Folks, this Parmesan Butternut Squash Gratin can be made gluten-free.

In fact, the panko bread crumbs used here happen to be gluten-free.

parmesan butternut squash gratinparmesan butternut squash gratin

parmesan butternut squash gratin

Adapted from Betty Crocker

Perfect addition to your holiday table.

Servings 6 to 8 servings
Author Rosemary Stelmach

Ingredients

  • 1 butternut squash (2 1/2 pounds)
  • 1/4 cup butter
  • 2 large garlic cloves, finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup panko bread crumbs (or gluten-free panko bread crumbs)
  • 1/3 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley

Instructions

  1. Heat oven to 375°F.  Spray a 13 x 9-inch (3-quart) glass baking dish with cooking spray. 

  2. Peel, halve lengthwise and seed squash; cut into 1/2-inch-thick slices.  Arrange in the prepared baking dish with slices overlapping slightly.

  3. In 2-quart saucepan, melt butter over medium heat.  Reduce heat to low.  Add garlic; cook 2 to 3 minutes, stirring frequently, until garlic is soft and butter is infused with garlic flavor.  Do not let butter brown.

  4. In a small bowl, mix panko bread crumbs, parmesan cheese and 1 tablespoon of the butter-garlic mixture.

  5. Brush squash slices with remaining butter-garlic mixture.  Sprinkle with salt, pepper and bread crumb mixture.
  6. Bake uncovered 30 to 40 minutes or until squash is tender when pierced with a fork. Increase oven temperature to 425°F; bake 5 to 10 minutes longer or until lightly browned.  Before serving, sprinkle parsley over top.

Parmesan Butternut Squash Gratin

Disclosure: Please note that some of the links above may be affiliate links, and at no additional cost to you, I will earn a small commission if you decide to make a purchase after clicking through the link. I have personally experienced all of these products, and I recommend them because I have found them to be of superior quality. We appreciate your support.

More delicious sides…

potato gratin with haricots vests & hamroasted carrots with honey butter glazetoasted orzo with parmesan

 

Leave a Comment

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

Recipe Rating