Description
Scalloped Sweet Potatoes are a cozy and delightful dish, ideal for family gatherings or special occasions. This recipe features layers of tender sweet potatoes enveloped in a creamy, cheesy sauce, all baked to golden perfection. The combination of flavors and textures creates an unforgettable experience that will leave everyone asking for seconds. Embrace the warmth of home-cooked comfort food with this easy-to-follow recipe that elevates any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 large sweet potatoes (about 1.5 lbs), peeled and thinly sliced
- 1 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half)
- 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp fresh thyme, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp butter, for greasing
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Peel and thinly slice the sweet potatoes using a sharp knife or mandoline.
- In a bowl, whisk together heavy cream, minced garlic, salt, pepper, and thyme until well combined.
- Grease a baking dish with butter. Layer half of the sweet potato slices at the bottom, pour half of the creamy mixture over them, and sprinkle with one cup of cheddar cheese.
- Repeat with the remaining sweet potatoes, creamy mixture, and top with the remaining cheddar cheese.
- Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes. Remove foil and bake an additional 15-20 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
- Let cool slightly before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Side
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 of the dish (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 45mg