Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
1 cup

Cheese (Gruyere or Cheddar)

shredded

2 sprig

Fresh Thyme leaves

chopped

1 tsp

Salt

to taste

1.5 cup

Fresh cream

5.5 unit

Sweet Potatoes

cleaned and sliced

0.5 cup

Milk

0.5 tsp

Nutmeg

grated

2 sprig

Dried oregano

chopped

2 sprig

Parsley leaves

chopped

2 unit

Basil leaves

1 clove

Garlic

cut in half

3.5 tbsp

Butter

softened

1 pinch

Whole Black Peppercorns

Step 1
~6 min

Preheat oven to 160°C (320°F).

Step 2
~6 min

Rub a 7-inch baking dish with the cut side of a garlic clove and grease the dish with softened butter.

Step 3
~6 min

Place a layer of sweet potato slices in the dish.

Step 4
~6 min

Dot each slice with a little butter.

Step 5
~6 min

Sprinkle with salt, pepper, and chopped fresh herbs (thyme, oregano, parsley, basil).

Step 6
~6 min

In a small jar, whisk together fresh cream, milk, and grated nutmeg.

Step 7
~6 min

Pour some of the cream mixture over the sweet potato slices.

Step 8
~6 min

Place another layer of sweet potato slices on top.

Step 9
~6 min

Dot with butter, sprinkle with salt, pepper, and herbs, and pour more cream mixture.

Step 10
~6 min

Continue layering, ending with the remaining cream mixture.

Key Technique: Layering
Step 11
~6 min

Sprinkle the grated cheese (Gruyere or Cheddar) on top.

Step 12
~6 min

Bake for 40-50 minutes, or until the sweet potato slices are soft and the cheese is golden brown.

Step 13
~6 min

Serve hot.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Use a mandoline for even sweet potato slices.

For a richer flavor, add a pinch of cayenne pepper.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 mins

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be assembled ahead of time and baked just before serving.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Moderate
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve as a side dish with roasted meat or poultry.

Enjoy as a vegetarian main course with a side salad.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Roasted Chicken
Pork Tenderloin
Green Salad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

France

Cultural Significance

Gratins are a classic French comfort food.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Thanksgiving
Christmas

Occasion Tags

Thanksgiving
Christmas
Weekend Dinner

Popularity Score

70/100

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