SCALLOPED SQUASH, RED PEPPER, AND CORN GRATIN WITH CHEDDAR CRUST

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Categories     Cheese     Pepper     Vegetable     Side     Bake     Thanksgiving     Vegetarian     Casserole/Gratin     Bell Pepper     Squash     Zucchini     Fall     Winter     Yellow Squash     Bon Appétit     Pescatarian     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 20

Sauce:
2 1/2 tablespoons butter
2 1/2 tablespoons all purpose flour
1 1/2 cups whole milk, hot
3/4 cup (packed) coarsely grated extra-sharp white cheddar cheese
1/4 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
Vegetables:
2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
1 pound medium-size yellow crookneck squash, trimmed, cut into 1/2-inch-thick rounds
1 pound medium-size zucchini, trimmed, cut into 1/2-inch-thick rounds
1 1/4 cups diced onion
1 cup diced red bell pepper
1 garlic clove, minced
1 cup frozen corn kernels, thawed
1 teaspoon chopped fresh rosemary
1 tablespoon butter, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
Topping:
1 1/2 cups (packed) fresh breadcrumbs made from crusty French bread (do not remove crust)
1/2 cup (packed) coarsely grated extra-sharp white cheddar cheese (about 2 ounces)
1 1/2 tablespoons butter, melted

Steps:

  • For sauce:
  • Melt butter in heavy medium skillet over medium heat. Add flour and whisk 1 minute. Whisk in hot milk; whisk until mixture boils, thickens, and is smooth, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat. Add cheese and hot pepper sauce and whisk until cheese melts. Season sauce to taste with salt and pepper.
  • For vegetables:
  • Butter 11x7x2-inch glass baking dish. Heat 1/2 tablespoon oil in large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add half of yellow squash and half of zucchini; sauté until crisp-tender, about 4 minutes. Transfer squash-zucchini mixture to large bowl. Repeat with 1/2 tablespoon oil and remaining yellow squash and zucchini.
  • Heat remaining 1 tablespoon oil in same skillet over medium-high heat. Add onion, bell pepper, and garlic; sauté until onion is golden and pepper is tender, about 7 minutes. Stir in corn and rosemary. Transfer to bowl with squash-zucchini mixture. Mix in cheese sauce. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Transfer mixture to prepared dish. Dot with butter. (Can be prepared 1 day ahead. Cool slightly. Cover with foil and refrigerate. Before continuing, heat covered gratin in 400°F oven until warm but not hot, about 20 minutes.)
  • For topping:
  • Preheat oven to 400°F. Mix breadcrumbs, cheese, and melted butter in bowl until crumbs are coated with butter. Sprinkle crumbs evenly over gratin. Bake until vegetables are heated through and crumbs are crisp and golden, about 35 minutes.

Mojammel Hossain
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This dish is a great way to use up leftover vegetables. I always have a lot of leftover vegetables after a big meal, and this is a great way to use them up and make a delicious side dish.


Vinicius Kompany
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I love this dish because it's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family and friends. It's the perfect side dish for any occasion.


Princess Withasmile (Princesswithasmile)
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This dish is so versatile! I've made it with different vegetables, cheeses, and even different types of crust. It's always delicious, and it's a great way to get creative in the kitchen.


Abdulla Gasm
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I've made this dish several times and it's always a hit. It's a great way to use up leftover vegetables, and it's also a healthy and delicious side dish.


Bakir Shah
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This dish is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love that I can use whatever vegetables I have on hand, and it always turns out great.


richard lewallen
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I've made this dish several times and it's always a hit. It's a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Zain Muawar
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This dish is a great way to use up leftover vegetables. I always have a lot of leftover vegetables after a big meal, and this is a great way to use them up and make a delicious side dish.


Lee-Ashton Baartman
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I love this dish because it's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family and friends. It's the perfect side dish for any occasion.


Mpakoeng Metsing
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This dish is so versatile! I've made it with different vegetables, cheeses, and even different types of crust. It's always delicious, and it's a great way to get creative in the kitchen.


Nimsara Antony2008
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I've made this dish several times and it's always a hit. It's a great way to use up leftover vegetables, and it's also a healthy and delicious side dish.


RM Roman
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This dish is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love that I can use whatever vegetables I have on hand, and it always turns out great.


Oreoluwa Dorcas
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I made this dish for a potluck and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it, and I got several requests for the recipe. I would definitely recommend this dish to anyone looking for a delicious and easy side dish.


Solomon Favour
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This dish was a hit with my family! The squash, red pepper, and corn were all cooked perfectly, and the cheddar crust was the perfect finishing touch. I will definitely be making this again.