Sweet Potato & Cranberry Gratin
Indulge in the comforting flavors of Sweet Potato & Cranberry Gratin, the perfect festive dish for your gatherings. This delightful blend of creamy sweet potatoes and tart cranberries creates a harmonious balance that will captivate your guests’ taste buds. Not only is it easy to prepare, but this gratin can also be made ahead of time, allowing you to spend more quality moments with family and friends rather than in the kitchen. With its warm, inviting aroma and cheesy golden topping, this dish is sure to become a staple at your holiday table.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Serves 8
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds sweet potatoes, peeled and sliced
- 1 cup fresh cranberries
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded Gruyère cheese (or a cheese of your choice)
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Boil sweet potato slices in a large pot until tender (10-15 minutes). Drain.
- Layer half of the sweet potatoes in a greased baking dish.
- Sprinkle half of the cranberries over the sweet potatoes.
- In a bowl, mix heavy cream, brown sugar, cinnamon, salt, and pepper; pour half over the layers.
- Repeat with remaining sweet potatoes, cranberries, and cream mixture.
- Top with cheese and breadcrumbs.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes until golden brown and bubbly.
- Cool slightly before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 of gratin (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 325
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 230mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 45mg