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Easy Chayote Gratin Recipe (Christophine Casserole)

  • Preparation: 1 hour
  • Cooking: 30 minutes
  • Difficulty: Easy

Ingredients for 4 servings

  • 4 christophines (chayotes)
  • 150g bacon (or ham), diced
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • Béchamel sauce
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Preparation

1. Boil the christophines in salted water for 30 minutes until tender. Peel, pit, and dice them.

2. Sauté the chopped onion, minced garlic, and diced bacon until fragrant and golden.

3. Combine the sautéed mixture with the béchamel sauce and diced christophines. Season with salt and pepper.

4. Transfer to a baking dish, top with grated cheese, and bake at 200°C until golden.

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