Simple Provencal Winter Squash Gratin

• 3 pounds winter squash (like 1 large butternut), peeled, seeds and membranes removed, cut in 1/4-inch to 1/2-inch dice
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 1/4 cup bread crumbs
• 1/2 cup finely chopped fresh parsley
• 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
• Salt and freshly ground pepper
• 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil

1. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees.
2. Oil a 3-quart baking or gratin dish with olive oil.
3. Toss together all of the ingredients in a large bowl.
4. Combine well and turn into the baking dish.
5. Place in the oven and bake 1 1/2 to 2 hours, stirring every 30 minutes, until the squash is thoroughly tender and the top is lightly browned.
6. Serve hot or warm.

winter, garlic, bread crumbs, fresh parsley, thyme, salt, extra virgin olive oil

Taken from cooking.nytimes.com/recipes/1015468 (may not work)