Sweet Potato, Apple and Leek Gratin

5 servings
Preparation Time: 1 uur 25 minuten
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Equipment

Ingrediënten

  • 1 1 ⁄4 cups whipping cream
  • 2 large leeks sliced (2 cups)
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh or 2 teaspoons dried thyme leaves
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 ⁄4 teaspoon pepper
  • 1 ⁄4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 2 medium dark-orange sweet potatoes about 3⁄4 lb, peeled, thinly sliced (2 cups)
  • 4 medium parsnips peeled, thinly sliced (2 cups)
  • 2 cups shredded white Cheddar cheese 8 oz
  • 1 large cooking apple thinly sliced (11⁄2 cups)

Instructies

  • Heat oven to 375°F.
  • Grease 3-quart casserole with shortening.
  • In 2-quart heavy saucepan, cook whipping cream, leeks, thyme, salt, pepper and nutmeg over low heat, stirring occasionally, until mixture begins to simmer.
  • Stir in sweet potatoes and parsnips.
  • Cover; simmer about 10 minutes or until vegetables are slightly tender.
  • Layer half of vegetable mixture and half of cheese in casserole.
  • Top with apple.
  • Repeat layers of vegetables and cheese.
  • Bake uncovered about 45 minutes or until golden brown and bubbly.
  • Let stand 10 minutes before serving.

Notes / Tips / Wine Advice:

Splurging now and again is what this rich gratin is all about. For a less rich entrée, use equal parts whipping cream and half-and-half instead of all whipping cream. Along with the gratin, serve a lightly dressed salad.
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Recipe Category Casserole
Diets Low Fat
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