Follow these steps for perfect results
celeriac
peeled and thinly sliced
sweet potato
scrubbed and thinly sliced
onion
thinly sliced
butter
cut into small pieces
flour
heavy cream
sharp cheddar cheese
shredded and divided
salt
pepper
tarragon
Preheat the oven to 450 degrees.
Coat an oven safe casserole dish with non-stick spray.
Arrange a layer of thinly sliced sweet potatoes, slightly overlapping in the dish.
Sprinkle about 1 tablespoon of flour evenly over the sweet potatoes.
Season the layer with salt and pepper.
Sprinkle some tarragon over the sweet potatoes.
Dot 1 tablespoon of butter (cut into small pieces) over the layer.
Sprinkle 1 tablespoon of shredded cheddar cheese over the layer.
Repeat the layering process with thinly sliced onions.
Repeat the layering process with thinly sliced celeriac.
Top each onion and celeriac layer with flour, butter, salt, pepper, tarragon, and cheese.
Complete the gratin with a final layer of sweet potatoes.
Pour 1 cup of heavy cream slowly over the top of the casserole, allowing it to sink into the layers.
Season the top of the casserole with salt and pepper.
Cover the casserole dish tightly with tinfoil.
Bake in the preheated oven for about 45 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.
Remove the tinfoil from the casserole.
Cover the gratin evenly with the remaining shredded cheddar cheese.
Return the uncovered gratin to the oven for an additional 5 - 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Expert advice for the best results
Use a mandoline for evenly sliced vegetables.
Adjust the amount of cheese to your preference.
Add a pinch of nutmeg for extra warmth.
Everything you need to know before you start
15 minutes
Can be assembled ahead of time and baked later.
Serve warm, spooning generous portions onto plates. Garnish with fresh tarragon.
Serve as a side dish with roasted chicken or pork.
Enjoy as a vegetarian main course with a side salad.
Complements the sweetness of the sweet potato and the richness of the cheese.
Earthy notes pair well with the root vegetables.
Discover the story behind this recipe
Root vegetables are a staple in many European cuisines, often prepared in gratins and casseroles.
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