"Crookneck squash or pumpkin also works well in this recipe...."
INGREDIENTS
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2 medium butternut squash (1 1/2 pounds each)
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3/4 teaspoon salt
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3/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
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1 medium leek, white part only, coarsely chopped (1/2 cup)
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1 teaspoon olive oil
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1/2 cup dry white wine
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1/2 cup low-sodium chicken stock or canned broth
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One 12-ounce can evaporated skim milk or 1 cup whole milk
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1/2 teaspoon sugar
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4 ounces Gruyère cheese, grated (about 1 cup)
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2 ounces of a baguette (thinly cut into 8 small slices) or 2 slices peasant bread (cut into 4 equal pieces), toasted
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1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon grated Parmesan cheese
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8 basil leaves, shredded