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Cheesy Root Vegetable Gratin

Comforting Cheesy Root Vegetable Gratin for Cozy Nights

Indulge in a heartwarming Cheesy Root Vegetable Gratin that combines creamy goodness with vibrant veggies.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Course Appetizers
Cuisine American
Servings 6 servings
Calories 350 kcal

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Dish
  • Knife
  • Mandoline
  • Mixing bowls

Ingredients
  

For the Base

  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter softened for greasing the baking dish
  • 2 cups sweet potatoes peeled and sliced
  • 2 cups parsnips peeled and trimmed
  • 2 cups beets peeled for earthy flavor

For the Creamy Mixture

  • 1 cup heavy cream or whole milk if preferred
  • ½ ounce grated Parmesan for added flavor
  • 1 teaspoon fresh minced thyme for flavor
  • 1 clove garlic minced for flavor

For the Topping

  • 1 cup shredded gruyère for a creamy topping
  • to taste salt to enhance flavor
  • to taste pepper to enhance flavor

Instructions
 

Step-by-Step Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease a 3-quart oval baking dish with softened unsalted butter.
  • Slice the sweet potatoes, parsnips, and beets into thin rounds, approximately ⅛-inch thick.
  • Coat the sweet potatoes and parsnips with 4 tablespoons of heavy cream, and add 2 tablespoons to the beets, then season.
  • Pour ¼ cup of cream into the baking dish, sprinkle with ½ ounce of Parmesan, and add minced garlic.
  • Layer the vegetables in the dish, starting with sweet potatoes, then parsnips, and finally the beets.
  • Cover with foil and bake for about 30 minutes, until tender.
  • Remove foil, top with shredded gruyère, and bake uncovered for an additional 18-20 minutes until golden.
  • Let the gratin rest for a few minutes, garnish with fresh thyme, and serve warm.

Notes

Use a mandoline for even slicing and consider assembling a day ahead for easier prep.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 8gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 650mgFiber: 5gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 25mgIron: 6mg
Keyword Cheesy Root Vegetable Gratin, Comfort Food, Crowd-Pleaser, easy recipe, healthy vegetables, vegetarian dish
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