Chayote Acorn Squash Gratin |
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Prep Time: 0 Minutes Cook Time: 20 Minutes |
Ready In: 20 Minutes Servings: 4 |
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I love Chayote squash (see the picture) steamed all by itself but, I also like this combination. Great with chicken or fish entrees. Some call the Chayote squash pear fruit but, it is indeed a squash. Ingredients:
1 chayote squash |
1 large acorn squash |
5 ounces heavy whipping cream |
1 1/2 cloves garlic, minced |
1/4 tablespoon dried red chiles, minced |
1/4 teaspoon cayenne |
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg |
1/4 teaspoon garlic salt |
3 eggs |
1/4 jalapeño, seeded and chopped (optional) |
4 green-onion tops, minced |
1/8 red (yellow or green) bell pepper, chopped |
Directions:
1. Boil whole squashes for 20 minutes.
2. Peel, halve, seed, and chop cooked squash.
3. One at a time, whisk cream, garlic, chiles, cayenne, nutmeg, and garlic salt into eggs.
4. Layer buttered 9-by-12-inch baking dish with half the acorn squash, top with chayote squash, then add remaining acorn squash. Sprinkle jalapeño, onions, and bell peppers on each layer.
5. Pour egg mixture over squash, and bake at 350 degrees for 15 minutes or until custard sets.
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