Butternut Squash and Duxelles Casserole Recipe

Name: Butternut Squash and Duxelles Casserole
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 oz. fresh mushrooms or mushroom stems; 2 shallots, coarsely chopped ( 1/4 cup); 1 1/2 tsp. butter; 1 Tbs. finely chopped parsley; 1/4 tsp. ground black pepper; 1 cup 1% low-fat milk; 2 Tbs. all-purpose flour; 1 clove garlic, minced; 3/4 cup shredded Gruyere cheese (3 oz.), divided; ⅛ tsp. nutmeg; 1 (2.5 lb.) butternut squash, peeled, seeded, and cut into 18-inch slices

Servings: persons

8 oz. fresh mushrooms or mushroom stems
2 shallots, coarsely chopped ( 1/4 cup)
1 1/2 tsp. butter
1 Tbs. finely chopped parsley
1/4 tsp. ground black pepper
1 cup 1% low-fat milk
2 Tbs. all-purpose flour
1 clove garlic, minced
3/4 cup shredded Gruyere cheese (3 oz.), divided
⅛ tsp. nutmeg
1 (2.5 lb.) butternut squash, peeled, seeded, and cut into 18-inch slices

1
Pulse mushrooms in food processor 20 times, or until finely chopped.
2
Transfer to bowl.
3
Place shallots in food processor; pulse 20 times, or until finely chopped.
4
Transfer to same bowl.
5
Melt butter in skillet over medium-high heat.
6
Add mushrooms and shallots, and season with salt, if desired.
7
Cook 10 minutes, or until mushrooms have released their liquid, most liquid has evaporated, and shallots are lightly browned, stirring occasionally.
8
Stir in parsley and pepper.
9
Preheat oven to 350F.
10
Coat 9-inch deep-dish pie pan or gratin dish with cooking spray.
11
Bring milk, flour, and garlic to a simmer in saucepan over medium heat, whisking constantly.
12
Cook 2 minutes, or until sauce is thick enough to coat back of spoon, whisking frequently.
13
Whisk in 1/2 cup cheese and nutmeg, and season with salt and pepper, if desired.
14
Spread one-third squash in prepared pan.
15
Top with 1/3 cup cheese sauce and half of mushroom mixture.
16
Repeat layers, ending with cheese sauce.
17
Sprinkle with remaining 1/4 cup cheese.
18
Bake 45 minutes, or until squash is tender and top is browned.
19
Let stand 10 minutes before serving.

520

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Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 oz. fresh mushrooms or mushroom stems, 2 shallots, coarsely chopped ( 1/4 cup), 1 1/2 tsp. butter, 1 Tbs. finely chopped parsley, and more.

Yes, Butternut Squash and Duxelles Casserole falls under the Vegetarian category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Butternut Squash and Duxelles Casserole

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