Creamy parsnip & squash bake

Gluten Free
Health score
14%
Creamy parsnip & squash bake
100 min.
8
176kcal

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Indulge in the rich flavors of autumn with our Creamy Parsnip & Squash Bake, a dish that perfectly captures the essence of comfort food while being gluten-free. This delightful side dish not only offers a creamy texture and subtle sweetness but also showcases the beautiful colors of seasonal vegetables. With parsnips and butternut squash at the forefront, this recipe highlights the natural sweetness of these root vegetables, enhanced by a touch of herbs and decadently infused cream.

Perfect for gatherings or family dinners, this bake is sure to impress your guests. The simple yet elegant combination of ingredients allows the hearty flavors to shine through, while the gooey layer of gruyère cheese gives it a satisfying finish. Each bite is a warm embrace from the earthy parsnips and sweet squash, making it a welcome addition to any plate.

Whether you’re serving it alongside a roasted main dish or as part of a festive holiday spread, this creamy bake is not just a side; it's a showstopper that will have everyone coming back for seconds. With a cooking time of just 100 minutes, including an hour in the oven, you’ll have plenty of time to engage with your guests while it bakes to golden perfection. Elevate your dining experience and delight in the wholesome goodness of this Creamy Parsnip & Squash Bake!

Ingredients

  • 284 ml pot roast cut 
  • small shallots finely chopped
  •  thyme sprigs 
  • servings butter for greasing
  • 500 parsnips ( 4 large)
  • 500 butternut squash ()
  • 25 gruyere cheese grated

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • oven

Directions

  1. Place the cream, onion or shallot and the thyme sprig into a small pan. Slowly heat to just below boiling point, then remove from the heat and leave to cool. Strain, discarding the onion and thyme.
  2. Heat oven to 160C/fan 140C/gas
  3. Rub the bottom and sides of a gratin dish measuring about 20cm x 30cm with butter. Peel the parsnips and trim the ends. Peel and scoop the seeds out of the squash. Thinly slice the vegetables.
  4. Layer the parsnip and squash in the dish, pour over the infused cream, then scatter with the thyme leaves and gruyre.
  5. Bake for 1 hr until golden and a fork slides easily into the veg.

Nutrition Facts

Calories176kcal
Protein22.55%
Fat35.26%
Carbs42.19%

Properties

Glycemic Index
22.13
Glycemic Load
4.39
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
17.058260891749%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.11mg
Quercetin
0.62mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:175.6kcal
8.78%
Fat:7.11g
10.95%
Saturated Fat:3.87g
24.2%
Carbohydrates:19.15g
6.38%
Net Carbohydrates:14.7g
5.35%
Sugar:4.64g
5.15%
Cholesterol:37.26mg
12.42%
Sodium:89.88mg
3.91%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:10.24g
20.47%
Vitamin A:6810.33IU
136.21%
Vitamin C:24.4mg
29.58%
Manganese:0.5mg
24.78%
Fiber:4.45g
17.79%
Vitamin B6:0.34mg
17.02%
Zinc:2.55mg
17.01%
Potassium:587.93mg
16.8%
Folate:65µg
16.25%
Phosphorus:158.6mg
15.86%
Vitamin B3:3.06mg
15.29%
Selenium:10.68µg
15.25%
Vitamin K:15.64µg
14.89%
Vitamin E:2.06mg
13.73%
Vitamin B12:0.81µg
13.46%
Magnesium:49.82mg
12.46%
Vitamin B1:0.15mg
10.01%
Calcium:92.76mg
9.28%
Iron:1.61mg
8.95%
Vitamin B5:0.89mg
8.9%
Copper:0.16mg
7.87%
Vitamin B2:0.12mg
6.8%