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Scalloped Sweet Potatoes

Creamy Scalloped Sweet Potatoes for Your Festive Feast

Delight your guests with creamy scalloped sweet potatoes, a gluten-free and vegetarian side dish, perfect for festive occasions.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Scalloped Sweet Potatoes
  • 3 pounds Sweet Potatoes Peeled and sliced
  • 3 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Can substitute with olive oil for a dairy-free option
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1 medium Shallot Finely chopped, can swap with green onions
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt Adjust if using table salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper Freshly cracked for best taste
  • 1 teaspoon Fresh Thyme Can use dried thyme in smaller amounts
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Substitute with whole milk or plant-based cream if desired
  • 1 cup Parmesan Cheese Grated; can substitute with Asiago or dairy-free cheese

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Dish
  • Saucepan
  • Mandolin or Knife
  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Scalloped Sweet Potatoes
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly grease a 2-quart baking dish.
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  2. Peel and slice the sweet potatoes into thin rounds, about 1/8 inch thick.
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  3. In a medium saucepan, melt the unsalted butter, then sauté minced garlic and chopped shallot until fragrant.
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  4. Add thyme, kosher salt, and black pepper to the sautéed mixture, then stir in the heavy cream and parmesan cheese until combined.
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  5. Pour the creamy sauce over the sliced sweet potatoes, tossing to coat. Arrange the slices in the greased baking dish.
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  6. Bake for 50-60 minutes or until fork-tender and the top is golden. Check after 40 minutes for doneness.
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  7. Remove from the oven, cool slightly, and garnish with fresh thyme before serving warm.
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Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 6gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 450mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 5gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Slice sweet potatoes evenly for consistent cooking. Adjust baking time based on thickness of slices.

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