Description
Indulge in the warm, creamy goodness of scalloped sweet potatoes, a dish that combines tender layers of sweet potatoes with a rich garlic-infused cream sauce and melted cheese. Perfect for holiday feasts or cozy family dinners, this recipe is simple to prepare yet impressive enough to wow your guests. Enjoy the delightful blend of flavors and textures that will have everyone reaching for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs sweet potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 sprigs fresh thyme, chopped
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a bowl, whisk together the heavy cream, minced garlic, and chopped thyme.
- In a greased baking dish, layer half of the sweet potato slices. Pour half of the cream mixture over them and sprinkle with half of the cheese.
- Repeat layering with remaining sweet potatoes, cream mixture, and cheese.
- Cover with foil and bake for 40 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 20-30 minutes until golden brown and bubbly.
- Let cool slightly before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 70 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup / 150g
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
Keywords: For extra flavor, consider mixing in herbs like rosemary or adding spinach. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days; reheat at 350°F until warmed through.