Creamy Chayote Gratin A SpanishInspired Delight - Kitchen20

Ingredients

• 3 medium chayote squash (about 1.5 lbs / 680g), peeled and thinly sliced
• 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
• 1/2 cup (1 stick / 113g) unsalted butter
• 1/4 cup (30g) all-purpose flour
• 3 cups (720ml) whole milk
• 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1 cup (113g) shredded Manchego cheese, divided
• 4 ounces (113g) Spanish chorizo, casing removed and crumbled
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
• 1/4 cup (30g) breadcrumbs (panko preferred)