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Scalloped Sweet Potatoes

Indulgent Scalloped Sweet Potatoes: A Comfort Food Classic

This indulgent scalloped sweet potatoes recipe is a comforting dish that delights the senses and brings together family and friends.
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Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour
Cooling Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
Course: Vegetable
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Cheesy, comfort food, Easy Recipe, Holiday Dish, Scalloped Sweet Potatoes, vegetable side dish
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 300kcal

Equipment

  • baking dish
  • Saucepan
  • Whisk
  • knife
  • Cutting Board

Ingredients

For the Dish

  • 4 cups Sweet Potatoes Fresh, thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Grease baking dish, can substitute with olive oil
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced
  • ¼ cup Flour All-purpose, can substitute with cornstarch
  • 1 cup Milk Can use almond or oat milk
  • ½ cup Heavy Cream Can substitute with half-and-half
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • ½ teaspoon Black Pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon Nutmeg Fresh or ground
  • 1 cup Sharp Cheddar Cheese Grated
  • ½ cup Parmesan Cheese Freshly grated
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Thyme Can substitute with rosemary
  • ½ cup Breadcrumbs Panko preferred for topping

Instructions

How to Make Scalloped Sweet Potatoes

  • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a medium-sized baking dish with butter.
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  • Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
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  • Stir in flour to create a roux, cooking for another minute while whisking continuously.
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  • Whisk in the milk and heavy cream gradually until smooth. Season with salt, pepper, and nutmeg.
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  • Cook the mixture until it thickens enough to coat the back of a spoon, about 4-5 minutes.
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  • Remove from heat and mix in the grated cheddar and Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
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  • Layer half of the sweet potato slices in the greased baking dish. Pour half of the cheese sauce over them and sprinkle half of the thyme.
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  • Repeat the layering process with the remaining sweet potatoes, cheese sauce, and thyme.
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  • Top with breadcrumbs, cover with foil, and bake for 30 minutes.
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  • Uncover and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes until golden brown and tender.
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  • Cool slightly before serving to achieve the best texture.
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Notes

Optional: Garnish with extra fresh thyme before serving for added freshness.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 300kcal | Carbohydrates: 40g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 35mg | Sodium: 500mg | Potassium: 700mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 9g | Vitamin A: 23000IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 150mg | Iron: 1mg
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