Chipotle Gouda Scalloped Sweet Potatoes
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Chipotle Gouda Scalloped Sweet Potatoes
Description
Chipotle Gouda Scalloped Sweet Potatoes feature thin slices of sweet potato arranged in a baking dish and layered with a sauce made from butter, a combination of flours, milk, and smoked Gouda cheese blended with chipotle chiles in adobo sauce. The sauce is cooked to a thickened gravy-like consistency before being poured over the potatoes. The dish is finished with additional layers of Gouda and Parmesan cheese on top, which melt and form a crisp, golden crust during baking. The smoky cheese and chipotle provide a subtle heat balanced by the natural sweetness and soft texture of the potatoes.
Baking at 375°F until tender allows the potatoes to absorb the sauce flavors fully, creating a creamy, spicy-sweet casserole. The dish works well as a comforting side or a distinctive vegetarian entree component, paired with simple greens or roasted meats if desired.
To adjust the spice, modify the amount of chipotle chiles in adobo sauce used in the cheese sauce. The recipe allows flexibility in cheese choices; sharp cheddar can be substituted for Gouda without losing the dish's creamy character. Using vegan butter or alternative milk allows adaptation for dietary preferences.
Ingredients
- For the sweet potatoes:
- 3 sweet potato large, sliced into 1/8 inch thick rounds
- For the sauce:
- 3 tablespoons butter salted, or substitute vegan butter
- ¼ cup whole wheat flour 1:1 flour will all work
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup gluten free flour
- 2 cups milk skim, 2% or whole milk
- 8 ounces smoked Gouda cheese or sharp cheddar cheese, shredded (about 2 cups
- 3-4 tablespoons chipotle chiles in adobo sauce sauce from the can; depending how spicy you like it
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 ¼ teaspoon kosher salt plus more to taste
- black pepper freshly ground
- For topping:
- 2 ounces smoked Gouda cheese or sub sharp cheddar, shredded (about 1/2 cup
- Parmesan Cheese ¼ cup, grated
- TO GARNISH:
- parsley fresh chopped
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Spray an 8x8 inch pan with nonstick cooking spray or grease with butter or oil.
- Arrange sweet potatoes: Place sliced sweet potatoes in three tight slanted rows as indicated in the photos. You don’t want them to be overly tight, make sure you leave enough space so the sweet potato slices are slightly slanted.
- Make the sauce: add in 3 tablespoons of butter and place over medium heat. Once butter melts, whisk in the flour and cook for 10-20 seconds until a paste forms, then very slowly add 2 cups of the milk, while you continue to whisk away any lumps. You’ll need to whisk pretty vigorously but it should smooth out easily.
- Once smooth, bring mixture to a simmer for a few minutes, stirring every so often until sauce thickens up a bit, similar to a gravy. If it gets too thick, add in a few tablespoons more milk. Taste sauce and add more salt as needed.
- Once thick, turn off the heat and stir in 2 cups shredded gouda cheese (reserving 1/2 cup for later), garlic powder and 3 tablespoons of the sauce from the can of chipotle chiles. Season with freshly ground salt and pepper, to taste. After tasting the sauce, you can decide if you want to kick it up a notch and add in 1 more tablespoon of the chipotle sauce. I definitely recommend it!
- Pour the sauce evenly over the sweet potatoes to cover them. Don’t worry, the sauce will get nice and creamy while baking.
- Cover the pan with foil, then bake for 45 minutes-1 hour. The sweet potatoes are done when the middle sweet potatoes can be easily pierced with a fork.
- Once they are done baking, remove the foil, sprinkle ½ cup remaining gouda cheese and 1/4 cup parmesan cheese on top, then turn on the broiler in your oven and broil on high for 1-2 minutes (watching carefully so they don't burn!) or until cheese is nice and melted and slightly golden brown. Remove from oven and garnish with fresh chopped parsley. Enjoy!
Notes
- Cashew milk can be used instead of dairy milk to lighten the cheese sauce while keeping a creamy texture.
- Sharp cheddar cheese is a suitable alternative to smoked Gouda, changing the flavor slightly but maintaining richness.
- Adding cooked chopped bacon or sprinkling bacon bits on top adds smoky flavor that complements the chipotle and cheese.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 8servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 254 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1serving (based on 8) | |
| Calories | 254cal | 13% |
| Carbohydrates | 19.4g | 6% |
| Protein | 12.5g | 25% |
| Fat | 13.7g | 21% |
| Saturated Fat | 9.4g | 47% |
| Fiber | 1.9g | 8% |
| Sugar | 4.5g | 9% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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