Description
Thanksgiving Sweet Potato Au Gratin is a rich and creamy dish that elevates your holiday feast. Layers of tender sweet potatoes are baked with garlic, nutmeg, and a blend of sharp cheddar and Gruyère cheese, creating a bubbling, golden crust that’s impossible to resist. This comforting side dish not only delivers on flavor but also evokes cherished family memories around the dinner table. Perfect for Thanksgiving or any cozy gathering, this au gratin will have everyone coming back for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs sweet potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup Gruyère cheese, shredded
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 tsp nutmeg
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Peel and slice sweet potatoes into 1/8-inch thick rounds.
- In a skillet over medium heat, melt butter and sauté minced garlic until fragrant (about 2 minutes).
- In a bowl, whisk together heavy cream, salt, pepper, and nutmeg.
- In a greased baking dish, layer half of the sweet potato slices. Pour half of the cream mixture over them, then sprinkle half of the cheese blend.
- Repeat layering with remaining ingredients.
- Cover with foil and bake for 40 minutes. Remove foil for the last 15 minutes to allow topping to brown.
- Serve warm alongside turkey or ham.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 45mg