Gratin Of Chayote (Mirliton Or Vegetable Pears) And Acorn Squash Recipe

Name: Gratin Of Chayote (Mirliton Or Vegetable Pears) And Acorn Squash
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 chayote (mirliton or vegetable pear); 1 large acorn squash; 5 ounces heavy whipping cream; 2 garlic cloves, finely minced; 1/4 tablespoon dried red chili, finely crushed; 1/4 teaspoon cayenne; 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg; 1/4 teaspoon garlic salt; 3 eggs; 1/4 jalapeno, seeded and chopped; 4 green onion tops, minced; 1/8 red bell pepper, chopped

Servings: persons

1 chayote (mirliton or vegetable pear)
1 large acorn squash
5 ounces heavy whipping cream
2 garlic cloves, finely minced
1/4 tablespoon dried red chili, finely crushed
1/4 teaspoon cayenne
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon garlic salt
3 eggs
1/4 jalapeno, seeded and chopped
4 green onion tops, minced
1/8 red bell pepper, chopped

1
Preheat oven to 350F and butter a 9 x 12 baking pan.
2
Boil whole squashes for 20 minutes or until almost tender.
3
Peel, halve, seed, and coarsely chop cooked squash.
4
One at a time, whisk cream, garlic, chiles, cayenne, nutmeg, and garlic salt into eggs.
5
Layer baking dish with half the acorn squash, top with chayote squash, then add remaining acorn squash.
6
Scatter jalapeno, onions, and bell peppers evenly on each layer.
7
Pour seasoned egg mixture over squash and bake for approximately 15 minutes or until custard sets.

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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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 chayote (mirliton or vegetable pear), 1 large acorn squash, 5 ounces heavy whipping cream, 2 garlic cloves, finely minced, and more.

Yes, Gratin Of Chayote (Mirliton Or Vegetable Pears) And Acorn Squash falls under the Soups & Stews 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.

Gratin Of Chayote (Mirliton Or Vegetable Pears) And Acorn Squash

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