Merritt's Butternut Squash Gratin

Recipe View 5 mins Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Generously grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.

Recipe View 10 mins Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened and translucent, about 8-10 minutes. Add garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.

Recipe View 10 mins Add butternut squash and brown sugar to the skillet. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the squash begins to soften slightly and caramelize around the edges, about 8-10 minutes. Transfer the squash mixture to the prepared baking dish and spread evenly. Pour in chicken broth.

Recipe View 2 mins Cover the baking dish tightly with aluminum foil.

Recipe View 50 mins Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until the squash is tender and easily pierced with a fork.

Recipe View 5 mins Meanwhile, in a medium bowl, combine Gruyère cheese, Cheddar cheese, panko bread crumbs, thyme, and rosemary. Toss well to combine.

Recipe View 20 mins Remove the foil from the baking dish. Sprinkle the cheese and bread crumb mixture evenly over the squash. Sprinkle Parmesan cheese on top.

Recipe View Return the dish to the oven and bake, uncovered, for 15-20 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown, bubbly, and slightly crunchy.