A warm, hearty side dish complete with cheese and bacon? Count us in! This is the perfect comfort food for you and yours this fall. Notice on the side: Gluten-Free!

Prep time: 10 minutes
Cook time: 35 minutes
Serves 6

Ingredients:

  • 2 lb. butternut squash, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 2 Tb. olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 Tb. thyme, chopped
  • ½ lb. bacon, chopped
  • 1 ½ cups mozzarella cheese, shredded
  • ½ cup Parmesan cheese, grated
  • Kosher salt
  • Ground black pepper
  • Parsley, chopped

Directions:

  • 1

    Preheat oven to 425°F.

  • 2

    In a large baking dish, toss butternut squash with olive oil, garlic, thyme, salt and pepper.

  • 3

    Top with bacon and bake for 20 to 25 minutes or until the squash is tender and the bacon is cooked through.

  • 4

    Remove from oven and top with cheeses. Bake for another 5 to 10 minutes or until the cheese is melted.

  • 4

    Garnish with parsley and serve warm.

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