Description
Indulge in the creamy and comforting goodness of Scalloped Sweet Potatoes. Layers of thinly sliced sweet potatoes are smothered in a rich cheese sauce, baked to perfection, and topped with a golden crust. This side dish is perfect for holiday gatherings or a cozy family dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
Sweet Potatoes:
- 3 large sweet potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced
Cheese Sauce:
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups milk
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Topping:
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh thyme or rosemary (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Make the cheese sauce: Melt butter in a saucepan, stir in flour, whisk in milk and cream until thickened. Remove from heat, add cheddar, nutmeg, salt, and pepper.
- Layer the sweet potatoes: In a baking dish, layer sweet potatoes and cheese sauce.
- Add toppings: Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and herbs.
- Bake: Cover and bake for 40 minutes, then uncover and bake for 20 more minutes until golden brown.
- Rest and serve: Let it rest for 10 minutes before serving.
Notes
- For a dairy-free version, use coconut milk and vegan cheese.
- Enhance flavor with bacon bits or caramelized onions.
- Substitute sweet potatoes with regular potatoes for a different twist.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 7 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 8 g
- Cholesterol: 45 mg
