Sweet Potato Gratin-Skyterra

By stancec44

SSometimes you just want to eat something warm, hearty, and enhanced by melted cheese! There's nothing like a gratin dish to accomplish that all at once. While traditional versions of potatoes au gratin include white potatoes and larger ratios of cream and cheese, this one makes a few nutritious swaps – namely, using sweet potatoes and a more careful use of seasoning and dairy. Skill level: intermediate. Makes eight servings. Serving size: 1/2 cup, or approximately 1/8th of pan.

Ingredients

• 4 medium-large sweet potatoes, rinsed and cut into slices 1/8th of an inch thick
• 1 cup half and half
• 2 whole garlic cloves, peeled and minced
• 1 1/2 tsp. smoked paprika
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1/2 Tbsp. coconut oil (or oil of choice), melted
• 1/2 cup havarti cheese, grated

Details

Servings 8
Cooking time 60mins
Adapted from skyterraathome.com

Preparation

Step 1

Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
Slice sweet potatoes and set aside. Make sure to slice thin (use a mandoline slicer if possible).
In a small mixing bowl, combine half and half with minced garlic and seasoning. Set aside.

Grease 9" x 9" or medium-large casserole pan with oil.

Layer the sweet potatoes in the pan. Spread them out as evenly as possible – there will probably be 3-4 layers.
Pour half and half mixture on top of the potatoes.

Bake for 30 minutes or until potatoes have softened. Remove and sprinkle shredded cheese in an even layer over the top. Bake additional 10 minutes or until cheese has slightly browned.

Allow to cool for 5-10 minutes before slicing. Enjoy!

Recipe Notes
Nutrition Information: Rich in vitamin A and potassium – and not as heavy as a traditional gratin. Enjoy alongside your favorite protein and non-starchy vegetables. Gluten-free, nut free.
Calories: 140
Fat: 5 g
Protein: 5 g
Carbohydrates: 18 g
Fiber: 2 g
Added Sugar: 0 g
Sodium: 410 mg