Description
Scalloped sweet potatoes are a comforting dish that brings together creamy layers of tender sweet potatoes and savory flavors, making it perfect for family dinners or festive gatherings. This easy recipe features a delightful blend of nutmeg and cheese, ensuring every bite is an explosion of taste. Serve this beautiful side dish at your next event, and watch it become the star of the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 large sweet potatoes (about 2 lbs), peeled and thinly sliced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter, for greasing
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with butter.
- Thinly slice the sweet potatoes using a mandoline or knife.
- In a bowl, whisk together heavy cream, minced garlic, nutmeg, salt, and pepper.
- Layer sweet potato slices in the baking dish, pouring some cream mixture over each layer and sprinkling cheese in between until all ingredients are used.
- Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes. Remove foil and bake an additional 20-25 minutes until golden brown and tender.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 45mg