BUTTERNUT, BACON AND APPLE HOTDISH

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Butternut, Bacon and Apple Hotdish image

Provided by Molly Yeh

Time 1h40m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

3/4 pound thick-cut bacon
2 large purple onions, thinly sliced
2 pounds butternut squash, seeded, peeled and chopped into 1/2-inch cubes
6 sprigs fresh thyme, stems removed
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Crushed red pepper flakes
1/8 cup white wine
1/2 cup vegetable broth
2 large apples, like Honeycrisp, chopped into 1/2-inch cubes
2 cups all-purpose flour, plus additional for dusting
2 teaspoons baking powder
3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
14 tablespoons unsalted butter, cold and cubed
1/4 cup heavy cream
1 large egg, lightly beaten
Freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • For the filling: Lay the bacon in a large oven-safe skillet (I like to use a cast-iron pan or braiser) and turn the heat to medium. Cook, flipping once, until crisp on both sides, about 7 minutes total. Remove from the heat and place on a paper towel-lined plate to drain and cool slightly.
  • Drain half the bacon grease from the skillet, leaving just enough to coat the skillet. Add the onions and turn the heat to medium-high. Saute until soft, about 10 minutes. Add the squash, thyme, some salt, a few turns of pepper and a few pinches of crushed red pepper and cook, stirring occasionally, 10 more minutes. Add the wine and broth. Roughly chop the bacon and add it to the skillet along with the apples. Bring the mixture to a light boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 15 to 20 minutes, while you make the biscuits.
  • For the biscuits: Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.
  • Whisk together the flour, baking powder and salt in a bowl. Add the butter and, using a food processor, pastry cutter or your hands, incorporate the butter until the mixture is the consistency of raw oatmeal. Mix in the cream until the mixture comes together to form a dough. Turn it out onto a floured work surface, pat it out to 3/4-inch thick and then cut out round biscuits, re-rolling scraps as needed.
  • Turn off the heat before dotting the top of the skillet with the biscuits. Brush the biscuits with the beaten egg and top with black pepper. Bake until the biscuits are golden brown, cooked through and flaky, about 25 minutes. Remove from oven and serve right from the skillet!

Barbara Fairchild
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I highly recommend this hotdish. It's delicious, easy to make, and perfect for any occasion.


Binda Pandit
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This hotdish is perfect for fall. The butternut squash and apples are in season, and the bacon adds a smoky flavor that's perfect for the cooler weather.


Shawn Mitchell
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This hotdish is so versatile. I've made it with different types of squash, apples, and meats. It's always delicious.


MR Sahdab
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This hotdish also freezes well. I often make a double batch and freeze half of it for later. It's a great way to have a delicious meal on hand when I don't have time to cook.


Innocentia Ntoa
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I love that this hotdish can be made ahead of time. I usually make it on the weekend and then reheat it during the week. It's a great way to save time on busy weeknights.


Khadija Jim
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This is one of my favorite weeknight meals. It's quick and easy to make, and it's always a hit with my family.


Sheikhabdullah Sheikhabdullah
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This hotdish is the ultimate comfort food. It's warm, hearty, and filling. I love eating it on a cold winter day.


Shahmeer Qasim
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I love the butternut squash in this recipe. It's so creamy and delicious. I could eat it all day long.


Rasoolzaman khan
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The bacon in this hotdish is the star of the show. It's crispy and flavorful, and it really makes the dish.


Jhorna Akon
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I used Granny Smith apples in this recipe, and they were perfect. They held their shape well and added a nice tartness to the dish.


Cookie Bees
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I added a cup of shredded cheddar cheese to the top of the hotdish before baking it. It was so cheesy and gooey, and it took the dish to the next level.


Manuel boss
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I added a pinch of cayenne pepper to the recipe, and it gave it a nice kick. I love the sweet and spicy combination.


Lewis Dunbar
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I served this hotdish at a dinner party last weekend, and it was a hit! Everyone raved about the flavor. I'll definitely be making it again for my next party.


Chandra Neupane
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This is my go-to weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and my kids love it. I usually double the recipe so I have leftovers for lunch the next day.


Rankib Khan
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I made a few substitutions to make this dish healthier. I used turkey bacon, Greek yogurt instead of sour cream, and whole wheat bread crumbs. It was still delicious, and I felt good about eating it.


Reece Heffernan
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I'm new to cooking, and this recipe was easy to follow. The hotdish turned out great, and my friends were impressed. Thanks, Alice!


Jacqueline Henderson
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This butternut bacon apple hotdish was divine! The flavors melded together perfectly, and the bacon added a nice smoky flavor. My family loved it, and I'll definitely be making it again.