Sweet and Savory Scalloped Sweet Potatoes
Sweet and Savory Scalloped Sweet Potatoes are a delightful dish that combines the natural sweetness of sweet potatoes with a creamy sauce and savory flavors.
Equipment
- Baking Dish
- Medium Saucepan
- Knife
- Cutting Board
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 2 large Sweet Potatoes Peeled and thinly sliced.
- 1 cup Heavy Cream For the creamy sauce.
- 2 cloves Garlic Minced.
- 1 cup Cheese Grated Gruyère or sharp cheddar.
- 1 teaspoon Salt To enhance flavors.
- to taste Pepper Freshly ground black pepper.
- a pinch Nutmeg Grated.
- 1 tablespoon Butter For greasing the baking dish.
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Grease the baking dish with butter.
- Peel and thinly slice the sweet potatoes into even rounds, about 1/8-inch thick.
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the heavy cream, minced garlic, salt, pepper, and nutmeg. Stir and bring to a gentle simmer for about 5 minutes.
- Layer the sliced sweet potatoes in the greased baking dish, overlapping them slightly. Pour a portion of the creamy mixture over the first layer.
- Sprinkle a layer of grated cheese over the sweet potatoes. Repeat layering until all ingredients are used, finishing with cheese on top.
- Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes.
- Remove the foil and continue baking for another 20-25 minutes until the top is golden brown and the sweet potatoes are tender.
- Let the dish rest for about 10 minutes before serving.
Notes
This dish can be made ahead of time and reheated. It pairs well with roasted chicken or grilled fish.