Squash & Sweet Onion Bake

Cozy. Savory. Comforting. Sweet onions, golden squash, and a crispy crown — comfort baked in every bite. Serves 6 | Prep: 15 min | Bake: 35–40 min.

Ingredients

• 4 medium yellow squash, sliced into ¼-inch rounds
• 2 medium sweet onions, thinly sliced
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tsp salt
• ½ tsp black pepper
• ½ tsp dried thyme
• ¼ tsp crushed red pepper (optional)
• ⅓ cup grated Parmesan cheese
• ⅓ cup panko breadcrumbs
• 2 tbsp grated Parmesan or shredded mozzarella for topping
• Fresh herbs for garnish (thyme or parsley)

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. In a large bowl, toss squash and onions with olive oil, garlic, salt, pepper, thyme, and crushed red pepper.
3. Transfer to a greased 9x13-inch baking dish and spread into an even layer.
4. In a small bowl, combine Parmesan and panko breadcrumbs. Sprinkle evenly over the squash and onions.
5. Top with additional Parmesan or mozzarella if using.
6. Bake for 35–40 minutes, until the squash is tender and the top is golden and crisp.
7. Garnish with fresh herbs and serve warm.