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Creamy Scalloped Sweet Potatoes

Irresistibly Creamy Scalloped Sweet Potatoes That Wow Everyone

Creamy Scalloped Sweet Potatoes are a comforting dish with layers of sweet potato and creamy sauce, perfect for gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Course Dinner
Cuisine American
Servings 6 servings
Calories 320 kcal

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mandoline slicer
  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • Mixing bowl

Ingredients
  

For the Sweet Potatoes

  • 2 pounds Sweet Potatoes Peel and thinly slice

For the Cream Sauce

  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can be replaced with butter
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Can substitute with more milk
  • 1/2 cup Milk Use plant-based milk for dairy-free
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1 teaspoon Thyme Use dried if fresh isn’t available
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Opt for low-sodium if desired
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper Use white pepper for subtlety
  • 1/4 teaspoon Nutmeg Optional

For the Cheesy Topping

  • 2 cups Shredded Cheese Cheddar, Gruyère, or a blend
  • 1/2 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese Substitute with breadcrumbs for different texture

For Garnishing

  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Herbs Optional

Instructions
 

Preparation Instructions

  • Preheat Oven: Begin by setting your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  • Prepare Sweet Potatoes: Peel and thinly slice those sweet potatoes to about 1/8-inch thickness.
  • Make Cream Mixture: Whisk together heavy cream, milk, minced garlic, thyme, salt, black pepper, and nutmeg in a bowl.
  • Combine Cheese: Stir the shredded cheese into your cream mixture until well incorporated.
  • Layer Sweet Potatoes: In a greased baking dish, layer the sweet potato slices, slightly overlapping them.
  • Pour Cream Mixture: Evenly pour your creamy cheese mixture over the layered sweet potatoes.
  • Top with Parmesan: Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese generously over the top layer.
  • Cover and Bake: Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes.
  • Uncover and Brown: Remove the foil and continue baking for an additional 15-20 minutes until golden and bubbly.
  • Garnish and Enjoy: Let the dish sit for a few moments before serving. Garnish with fresh herbs if desired.

Notes

Optional: Drizzle with a little olive oil before serving for added richness.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 6gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 19000IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg
Keyword Cheesy, comfort food, Creamy Scalloped Sweet Potatoes, Side Dish, sweet potatoes, Vegetarian
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