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Skillet Squash and Veg Gratin

Skillet Squash and Greens Gratin with layers of sweet delicata squash, savory browned onions, and creamy cashew sauce, topped with golden breadcrumbs for a satisfying crunch.
prep time15 minutes
cook time1 hour
total time1 hour 15 minutes
Squash And Veggies Gratin
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Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup cashews
  • Juice from 1 lemon
  • Sea salt
  • Olive oil
  • 2 onions, sliced
  • 1 bunch chard, stems sliced, leaves torn
  • 4 garlic cloves, sliced thick
  • 2 large delicata squashes, halved lengthwise, seeded, and thinly sliced
  • Freshly ground black pepper
  • 1/3 cup breadcrumbs

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  • Blend cashews, lemon juice, salt, and 2 cups of water until smooth. Set aside.
  • Heat oil in a 12" cast iron skillet over medium-high. Sauté onions, chard stems, garlic, and salt for 15 minutes. Add chard leaves and cook until wilted. Transfer to a bowl.
  • Add oil to coat skillet bottom. Layer delicata squash, salt, and pepper. Add 1/3 of onions and greens, then 1/3 of cashew cream.
  • Repeat layering with remaining ingredients, finishing with 1/3 cream. Drizzle with oil.
  • Top with breadcrumbs. Roast at 400°F for 35 minutes. Increase to 450°F (230°C) and roast 10 more minutes until browned.
  • Enjoy warm.