Ingredients

  • 10 slices multi-grain bread, torn into pieces and toasted
  • 2 sweet onions, halved and thinly sliced
  • 1 lb butternut squash, peeled and cut into 1 inch cubes
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon fresh sage, chopped (1 tsp dried)
  • 2 teaspoons fresh thyme, chopped (1/2 tsp dried)
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
  • 1 dash black pepper
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 1/2 cups gruyere or 1 1/2 cups swiss cheese, grated

Method

  • Combine onion and squash in a lage bowl.
  • Add oil and spices, and toss well.
  • Arrange in a single layer on a baking sheet. Roast in 400 degree oven until onions begin to brown and squash is tender.
  • Grease 9 x 13" cassarole and layer bread, squash mixture and cheese.
  • Slowly pour 2 C broth over the top, allowing bread to soak up broth and pressing with back of spoon. Add remaining broth until it reaches 1" below pan's rim.
  • Reduce heat 375F and cover pan with foil. Place on baking sheet and bake 30 minutes. Remove foil and bake 35-45 minutes longer, until bubbling puffed and golden. Let stand 5 minutes before serving.