Butternut Squash and Creamed-Spinach Gratin Recipe | Epicurious

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Butternut Squash and Creamed Spinach Gratin in a dish with a serving taken out and a glass of wine on the side.

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Parmigiano-Reggiano and a generous dose of heavy cream transform butternut squash and spinach into a rich, bubbling gratin.

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