Butternut Squash Gratin

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Ready In:
1hr 30mins
Ingredients:
8
Serves:
6
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ingredients

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directions

  • Preheat the oven to 350°.
  • Butter a deep 2-quart baking dish.
  • Melt the butter in a large skillet.
  • Add the squash and stir to coat.
  • Add the water, cover and cook over moderate heat until the squash is tender, about 10 minutes.
  • Uncover and cook over high heat until the water has evaporated, about 3 minutes.
  • Transfer the squash to a large bowl, mash it and let cool to room temperature.
  • Add the garlic and crème fraîche to the squash and season with salt and pepper, then whisk in the egg yolks.
  • Spread the squash in the prepared baking dish and scatter the cheese over the top.
  • Cover the squash with foil and bake for about 40 minutes, or until almost set.
  • Increase the oven temperature to 425°.
  • Uncover the squash and bake in the upper third of the oven for about 12 minutes, or until the cheese is browned.
  • Remove the gratin from the oven and let stand for 10 minutes before serving.

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