Scalloped Sweet Potatoes
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Scalloped Sweet Potatoes
Description
Scalloped Sweet Potatoes feature thin rounds of peeled sweet potato layered in a casserole dish and baked under a creamy sauce made by sautéing butter and garlic, then whisking in flour, Parmesan cheese, milk, heavy cream, and a mix of sea salt, black pepper, cinnamon, ground ginger, nutmeg, and freshly chopped rosemary. The spices lend warmth and subtle complexity that complement the natural sweetness of the potatoes. After the sauce is slightly cooled, shredded mozzarella and cheddar cheeses are stirred in for richness and melted flavor.
The sweet potato slices are arranged evenly and covered with the cheese sauce, then baked covered with foil for about 30-35 minutes to allow the potatoes to become very tender. After removing the foil, further baking browns the cheesy top and adds texture. Garnishing with fresh rosemary enhances presentation and aroma. The end result is a creamy, subtly spiced casserole with soft sweet potato layers and a golden cheesy crust, suitable for holiday meals or everyday dining as a satisfying comfort food side.
Ingredients
- 3 or 3 ½ lbs sweet potato peeled and very thinly sliced
- 4 tablespoons butter unsalted
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese
- 1 cup milk whole
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1 teaspoon salt sea salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper ground
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon ground ginger
- ¼ teaspoon nutmeg
- ½ teaspoon rosemary finely chopped, fresh
- 1 cup cheddar cheese freshly grated
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese freshly grated
Instructions
- First, preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
- Peel and slice the sweet into very thin rounds. You can use a mandoline slicer to do this.
- In a saucepan, over medium heat, sauté butter and garlic until fragrant. Add the flour and whisk in until combined.
- Next, add the Parmesan cheese, milk, cream, salt, pepper, cinnamon, ground ginger, nutmeg, chopped fresh rosemary, stir, and bring the mixture to a soft boil. Remove from heat and allow to cool a bit.
- Once cooled, stir in the shredded mozzarella and cheddar cheese.
- Arrange the thinly sliced sweet potatoes in a row or circles In a casserole dish, and pour the cheese mixture on top evenly.
- Then, cover with foil and bake for 30-35 minutes.
- Remove foil and bake for an additional 8 to 10 minutes.
- Garnish with fresh rosemary and serve warm.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 430 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 430kcal | 22% |
| Carbohydrates | 60g | 20% |
| Protein | 21g | 42% |
| Fat | 12g | 18% |
| Saturated Fat | 8g | 40% |
| Cholesterol | 37mg | 12% |
| Sodium | 1023mg | 43% |
| Potassium | 1050mg | 22% |
| Fiber | 8g | 32% |
| Sugar | 16g | 32% |
| Vitamin A | 38120IU | 762% |
| Vitamin C | 6mg | 7% |
| Calcium | 540mg | 54% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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