Skillet Squash Au Gratin Recipes

SQUASH GRATIN

Steps:

• Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Melt 2 tablespoons butter in a large ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat. Add the onion and thyme and cook, stirring, until the onion softens, about 5 minutes.
• Meanwhile, combine the butternut and kabocha squash in a large microwave-safe bowl with 1 cup water. Cover with plastic wrap and microwave until the squash is just tender, about 5 minutes. Drain and add the squash to the skillet along with the garlic, mace, 1 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper. Cook, stirring, about 3 minutes. Add the broth and cook until it is mostly absorbed, about 5 more minutes. Stir in the heavy cream and cook until slightly thickened, 2 minutes.
• Melt the remaining 1 tablespoon butter in the microwave and toss with the breadcrumbs, parmesan and parsley; season with salt and pepper. Sprinkle over the squash, then top with the gruyere. Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake until golden, about 30 minutes. Let rest 5 minutes before serving.
• How to break down butternut squash:
• Cut about 1 inch off the bottom end with a chef's knife. Scoop out the seeds.
• Hold the squash against your body and remove the skin with a vegetable peeler; chop.
• How to break down kabocha squash:
• Quarter the squash with a chef's knife, then scoop out the seeds.
• Put each quarter flat-side down and cut off the skin with a paring knife; chop the squash.

SKILLET SQUASH AU GRATIN

Steps:

• Melt butter in skillet. Add squash, onion, salt, pepper and tomatoes. Cook, covered 12-15 minutes or until tender.
• Sprinkle with soy sauce to taste, if desired. Transfer to a serving bowl and sprinkle with cheese.
• Note; I have often substituted a 14-ounce can of redi-cut tomatoes for the fresh tomatoes above. You can use canned Italian- or Mexican-flavored tomatoes for a different flavor.

SPAGHETTI SQUASH AU GRATIN

Steps:

• Cut the spaghetti squash in half and remove the seeds. Place in a covered dish with a ¼ inch of water and microwave for 10 -12 minutes.
• In a medium sized skillet over medium heat, add the butter, onions, red pepper and thyme and cook until the onions are slightly brown in color. Salt and pepper to taste.
• Using a fork, scrape the insides of the squash and transfer to a small bowl.
• Combine the squash, onions, sour cream and half the cheese together and mix well. Transfer the mixture to a buttered baking dish and top with remaining cheese.
• Place into a 375º for 15 - 20 minutes until golden brown on top.

SUMMER SQUASH AU GRATIN

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 350. Lightly grease/spray a casserole dish and set aside.
• In a large skillet, melt the butter. Add the squash, celery and oniona and saute in the butter for about 2-3 minutes, just until they are softened and barely tender. Do not overcook.
• Remove from heat.
• Stir in the sour cream, cheddar cheese, pepper and (if needed salt) and bacon.
• Mix well and place in the casserole dish. Sprinkle Parmesan over the top and bake at 350 degrees for about 30 minutes or until lightly brown on top.