Butternut Squash, Sage and Mozzarella Gratin

Sage is perfect with squash and cheese. If you can't find butternut, you can substitute acorn or Hubbard.

• Ready In: 50 mins
• Serves: 2-3

Ingredients

• 1 1⁄2 lbs  butternut squash
• 1 1⁄2 tablespoons butter, divided
• 1⁄2 cup  shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1  medium onion, diced
• 3⁄4 cup  dry breadcrumbs
• 1⁄4 teaspoon salt
• 1⁄8 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
• 1⁄4 teaspoon dried sage

Directions

1. Peel the squash,cut into pieces and steam or boil until tender; mash with 1/2 T butter, there should be about 1 1/2 cups squash.
2. Spread squash evenly into a small oiled casserole; sprinkle with cheese.
3. Saute the onions in the remaining 1 T of butter until translucent; add bread crumbs, salt, pepper and sage and stir to combine.
4. Sprinkle the bread crumb mixture over the cheese; bake at 325° for 25-30 minutes.