Description
Scalloped Sweet Potatoes are a delightful side dish, perfect for family gatherings and holiday feasts. This creamy, cheesy casserole features tender layers of sweet potatoes baked to golden perfection, enveloped in a rich garlic-infused cream sauce. With each forkful, you’ll experience a wonderful balance of sweetness and savory flavors that will leave everyone at the table craving more. Easy to prepare and visually stunning, this recipe is sure to become a beloved staple in your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs sweet potatoes (about 4 medium)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese (shredded)
- 2 tsp fresh thyme (chopped)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Grease a baking dish with butter.
- Thinly slice sweet potatoes (about 1/8-inch thick).
- In a bowl, whisk together heavy cream, minced garlic, salt, pepper, and thyme.
- Layer half of the sweet potato slices in the baking dish; pour half of the creamy sauce over them, then sprinkle with half of the cheddar cheese. Repeat with remaining ingredients.
- Cover with foil and bake for 45 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes until golden brown and bubbly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 50mg