Sweet Potato Gratin
Sweet potato gratin is a warm, comforting dish that pairs perfectly with just about any meal. This creamy, cheesy delight showcases vibrant orange sweet potatoes layered between luscious cream and cheese, baked to perfection. It's a dish that not only taste buds love but also makes the kitchen smell divine! You’ll want to make this again and again!
Ingredients
- 4 large sweet potatoes peeled and thinly sliced (you can substitute with regular potatoes if you prefer)
- 2 cups heavy cream coconut cream can do the trick for a dairy-free version
- 2 cups shredded Gruyère cheese any melty cheese will work, like mozzarella or cheddar
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme or ½ teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat and Prep: First things first, set your oven temperature to 375°F (190°C). While that's warming up, grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with olive oil so that our gratin doesn’t get stuck.
- Slice Those Sweet Potatoes: Grab your sharp knife and focus as you slice the sweet potatoes thinly. Aim for about 1/8-inch thick slices. If you have a mandoline slicer, it can help make this part easier and uniform!
- Mix the Creamy Goodness: In a medium bowl, combine the heavy cream, minced garlic, salt, pepper, and thyme. Give it a good stir so all those flavors can mingle together.
- Layer Time: Now, we’re going to layer! Start by placing a layer of sweet potato slices on the bottom of your prepared dish. Pour a bit of the creamy mixture over the top, followed by a sprinkle of Gruyère cheese. Repeat these layers until you run out of ingredients, finishing with a generous layer of cream and cheese. Yum!
- Bake It Up: Cover the dish with aluminum foil, and pop it in the oven for 30 minutes. After that, remove the foil and let it bake for another 15 minutes or so until it's bubbly and golden brown on top. Your kitchen is about to smell so incredible!
- Serve and Devour: Once the gratin is out of the oven, let it rest for about 10 minutes before diving in. This helps the layers set a bit. Then, serve it up warm and enjoy the praises from your lucky taste testers.