Sweet Potato Gratin
This Sweet Potato Gratin is a creamy and delicious dish that combines layers of thinly sliced sweet potatoes with a rich, cheesy sauce. Perfect as a comforting side dish for any occasion.
Equipment
- 1 baking dish (9x13 inches)
- 1 mandoline slicer or sharp knife
- 1 mixing bowl
- 1 whisk
- 1 measuring cups and spoons
- 1 aluminum foil
Ingredients
- 3 large sweet potatoes About 2 pounds, peeled and thinly sliced.
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup milk
- 2 cups shredded Gruyere cheese Or any cheese of your choice.
- 2 cloves garlic Minced.
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 tablespoon olive oil For greasing the baking dish.
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese For topping.
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine the heavy cream, milk, minced garlic, salt, black pepper, and ground nutmeg. Whisk until well combined.
- In the prepared baking dish, drizzle olive oil on the bottom to prevent sticking.
- Arrange half of the sliced sweet potatoes in an even layer on the bottom of the dish.
- Pour half of the cream mixture over the sweet potatoes, followed by half of the Gruyere cheese.
- Repeat the layers with the remaining sweet potatoes, cream mixture, and Gruyere cheese.
- Top the final layer with grated Parmesan cheese for a crispy topping.
- Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.
- Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the sweet potatoes are tender.
- Allow to cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
You can add herbs like thyme or rosemary for extra flavor.
This dish can be prepared a day in advance. Just cover with foil and refrigerate, then bake when ready to serve. Adjust baking time if cold from the refrigerator.