30-60 mins
Make-Ahead
Over 1 hour
Quick & Easy
Under 15 mins
Under 30 mins
Spiced Butternut Squash Hominy Bake
A sophisticated take on the classic bake, utilizing roasted butternut squash puree, heirloom hominy, and a rich Gruyère cheese sauce. This dish is perfect as a side for a special occasion.
Total Time
90
Yield
6
Calories
420 cal
Difficulty
Hard
Cuisine
French
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What You'll Need
Equipment:
9x13 inch baking dish, Large bowl, Saucepan, Baking sheet, Immersion blender or food processor, Measuring cups and spoons •
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Instructions
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Roast the Butternut Squash until tender, about 30-40 minutes. Puree the roasted squash until smooth.
Prepare the Gruyère Sauce: Melt the Butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Whisk in the Flour and cook for 1-2 minutes to create a roux. Gradually whisk in the Milk until smooth. Bring to a simmer, stirring constantly, and cook until thickened, about 5-7 minutes. Stir in the Dijon Mustard, Gruyère Cheese, and Parmesan Cheese until melted and smooth. Season with Salt and White Pepper.
Sauté the Shallot in a separate pan until softened. Deglaze the pan with Dry Sherry and cook until reduced by half.
In a large bowl, combine the Butternut Squash Puree, cooked Heirloom Hominy, sautéed Shallot, Smoked Paprika, Ground Coriander, and Nutmeg.
Pour the Gruyère Sauce over the squash and hominy mixture and stir to combine.
Pour the mixture into a greased 9x13 inch baking dish.
Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown and bubbly.
