Butternut Dauphinoise

Gluten Free
Health score
6%
Butternut Dauphinoise
75 min.
6
298kcal

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If you're on the lookout for a decadent and comforting side dish, look no further than Butternut Dauphinoise. This gluten-free delight pairs the creamy richness of double cream and milk with the natural sweetness of butternut squash, making it a perfect companion for your favorite meats or a star on its own during a cozy dinner gathering. With its enticing blend of earthy herbs, aromatic garlic, and a hint of freshly grated nutmeg, every layer of thinly sliced squash melts into a symphony of flavors, inviting everyone to indulge.

Not only is this dish a feast for the palate, but it's also visually stunning, with its golden, bubbling top that promises warmth and satisfaction. As it bakes to perfection, the aroma wafts through the kitchen, heralding the arrival of a truly special treat. This Butternut Dauphinoise, while rich in flavor, also brings a wholesome twist to your meal with its vibrant vegetable base. Imagine a table filled with laughter and conversation while this creamy, cheesy goodness steals the show.

With a preparation time of just 75 minutes and enough to serve six, it's an ideal recipe for both family dinners and more festive occasions. So grab your kitchen essentials, and let’s embark on a culinary journey that will leave a lasting impression on your taste buds. Once you try this dish, it will undoubtedly become a staple in your recipe repertoire!

Ingredients

  • 300 ml double cream 
  • 100 ml milk whole
  •  bay leaves 
  •  thyme sprigs 
  •  garlic clove crushed
  • servings grating nutmeg whole for grating
  • tbsp butter salted for greasing
  • large butternut squash prepared peeled unpeeled thinly sliced ( 1.4kg to give 1.1kg flesh)
  • 50 lancashire cheese hard

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • sauce pan
  • oven
  • baking pan
  • aluminum foil

Directions

  1. Put the cream, milk, bay, a sprig of thyme, the garlic and tsp freshly grated nutmeg in a saucepan, and bring to the boil. Take the pan off the heat and leave to infuse for 10 mins.
  2. Heat oven to 180C/160C fan/gas
  3. Grease a large baking dish with the butter, then layer up the butternut squash, adding seasoning and a few thyme leaves as you go.
  4. Pour over the infused cream, leaving the bay and thyme on the top.
  5. Cover the dish with foil and bake for 30 mins. Uncover, press the squash as far under the level of the liquid as you can, then scatter with the cheese.
  6. Bake, uncovered, for 30 mins more until the butternut is tender and the whole dish is bubbling and golden.
  7. Let stand for 10 mins or so before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Calories298kcal
Protein6.95%
Fat69.74%
Carbs23.31%

Properties

Glycemic Index
38.83
Glycemic Load
0.77
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
14.362173992655%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.23mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
0.01mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:298.15kcal
14.91%
Fat:24.14g
37.14%
Saturated Fat:15.41g
96.32%
Carbohydrates:18.15g
6.05%
Net Carbohydrates:15.15g
5.51%
Sugar:5.63g
6.26%
Cholesterol:72.57mg
24.19%
Sodium:82.45mg
3.58%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:5.42g
10.83%
Vitamin A:14161.19IU
283.22%
Vitamin C:27.58mg
33.43%
Calcium:175.38mg
17.54%
Manganese:0.33mg
16.57%
Vitamin E:2.33mg
15.51%
Potassium:534.28mg
15.27%
Magnesium:54.51mg
13.63%
Phosphorus:132.61mg
13.26%
Vitamin B6:0.24mg
12.04%
Fiber:3.01g
12.02%
Vitamin B1:0.15mg
10.2%
Vitamin B2:0.17mg
10.19%
Folate:39.15µg
9.79%
Vitamin B3:1.6mg
7.99%
Vitamin B5:0.7mg
7%
Vitamin D:0.99µg
6.63%
Iron:1.11mg
6.19%
Copper:0.12mg
6.03%
Selenium:3.8µg
5.42%
Zinc:0.67mg
4.49%
Vitamin B12:0.24µg
4.07%
Vitamin K:3.21µg
3.06%