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Cozy Up with Sweet Potato Cranberry Gratin

Cozy Up with Sweet Potato Cranberry Gratin for Comforting Feasts

Cozy Up with Sweet Potato Cranberry Gratin is a delightful fusion of creamy sweet potatoes and tangy cranberries, perfect for holiday gatherings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Gratin
  • 3 pounds Sweet Potatoes Choose firm, unblemished ones for the best texture.
  • 2 cups Cranberries Fresh or frozen works wonderfully.
  • 2 cups Heavy Cream You can swap for half-and-half for a lighter option.
  • 1 cup Cheese (Cheddar/Gruyère) Mixing varieties enhances flavor complexity.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper Adjust to taste.
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Thyme Or Rosemary, use whatever herb you prefer.
  • 1 cup Panko Breadcrumbs Consider adding chopped nuts for extra crunch.
  • 2 tablespoons Butter For greasing the dish and topping.
Optional Toppings
  • 1/2 cup Chopped Nuts (Walnuts/Pecans) For an extra crunch.
  • 1 cup Vegan Cheese Alternative For a dairy-free twist.

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch baking dish
  • medium saucepan
  • Mandoline or sharp knife

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  2. Slice sweet potatoes into thin rounds, about 1/8 inch thick.
  3. Warm heavy cream in a medium saucepan with salt, pepper, and fresh thyme.
  4. Layer half of the sweet potato slices in the baking dish, followed by half the cranberries and cheese.
  5. Repeat the layers with the remaining sweet potatoes, cranberries, and cheese.
  6. Sprinkle panko breadcrumbs on top and drizzle with melted butter.
  7. Bake in the preheated oven for about 45 minutes until bubbly and golden-brown.
  8. Allow to cool for about 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 6gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 18000IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Ensure even slicing of sweet potatoes for uniform cooking and apply panko topping just before baking to maintain crispiness.

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