"Butternut Squash Gratin w/ Leeks, Sage & Walnuts - a delicious vegetarian side dish, highlighting fall ingredients, perfect for the holiday table! Vegan-adaptable...."
INGREDIENTS
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2 lb butternut squash, peeled, sliced to 1/8 inch disks.
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2 tablespoons olive oil or butter
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2 medium leeks, thinly sliced
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4 garlic cloves, rough chopped
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15 sage leaves, chopped(8 more for crispy sage leaf garnish- optional)
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1 cup heavy cream (or sub coconut milk)
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1/2 teaspoon salt and pepper
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1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
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1/2 teaspoon onion powder, optional
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1/4 cup water
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3 ounces gruyere cheese (or sub parmesan or vegan parmesan)
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1/2 cup walnuts, chopped