Simple Provençal Winter Squash Gratin

By kayjayjohnson

Ingredients

• 3 pounds winter squash (like 1 large butternut), peeled, seeds and membranes removed, cut in 1/4-inch to 1/2-inch dice
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 1/4 cup bread crumbs
• 1/2 cup finely chopped fresh parsley
• 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
• Salt and freshly ground pepper
• 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil

Preparation

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 375 degrees. Oil a 3-quart baking or gratin dish with olive oil. Toss together all of the ingredients in a large bowl. Combine well and turn into the baking dish. Place in the oven and bake 1 1/2 to 2 hours, stirring every 30 minutes, until the squash is thoroughly tender and the top is lightly browned. Serve hot or warm