Squash Gratin

Categories: Vegetables- Squash

Ingredients

• 2 lbs. yellow squash, about 3 medium
• 1 tsp. kosher salt
• 4 oz. garlic-flavored croutons, crushed
• 3 Tbsp. butter, melted
• 1/2 yellow onion, thinly sliced
• 1 green onion, thinly sliced
• 1 red chile, seeded and sliced
• 1/4 to 1/2 tsp. ground black pepper
• 4 oz. sharp cheddar or smoked cheddar, grated

Directions

1. Cut the squash into 1/4-inch thick slices. In a

2. large colander set over a bowl, toss the sliced squash with the salt. Set aside for 15 to 30 minutes.

3. Heat oven to 400 degrees.
4. Place the croutons in a small bowl.
5. In a small skillet, ,melt the butter over medium-low heat. Continue cooking, being careful not to let it burn, until butter is golden brown and smells nutty, Pour the butter over the croutons and stir to combine; set aside.
6. In the same skillet used to melt the butter, saute the onions and chile pepper until tender.
7. Transfer the squash to a large mixing bowl. Add the sautéed onions and pepper. Season with black pepper. Toss to combine, and add half of the cheese and half of the butter-coated croutons.
8. Transfer mixture to a large gratin dish or cast-iron skillet. Top with the remaining cheese and buttered croutons. Bake 30 to 35 minutes, or until the squash is tender and the top is crisp.

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