Name: Cheesy Winter Squash Gratin
Yield: 4 - 6 Servings
Ingredients: 5 Tbsp. unsalted butter, divided, plus more for pan; 3½ lb. delicata and/or acorn squash, halved, seeds removed, cut crosswise ¼" thick; 1 large white onion, thinly sliced; 10 garlic cloves, thinly sliced; 2¼ tsp. kosher salt, divided; 6 oz. frozen kale, spinach or blanched greens, thawed, squeezed well; ½ tsp. crushed red pepper flakes; 1 Tbsp. thyme leaves, plus sprigs; 2 cups heavy cream; 4 oz. Parmesan, finely grated, divided; 6 oz. sliced rye or country-style bread, torn into ½" pieces (about 3 cups)

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You can make this cheesy squash gratin with virtually any winter squash, but choosing types you don’t need to peel, such as colorful delicata or sturdy acorn, keeps prep to a minimum. Mix and match a few different varieties to make the finished dish pop. Whether you use a mix of squash or just one kind, slice the pieces all the same size so they cook evenly.

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