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Sweet Potato & Cranberry Gratin

Sweet Potato & Cranberry Gratin: A Cozy Holiday Favorite

This Sweet Potato & Cranberry Gratin is a flavorful and easy holiday side that brings together sweet potatoes and cranberries.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Gratin
  • 3 pounds Sweet Potatoes Substitution: Yukon gold potatoes can offer a different flavor profile.
  • 2 cups Fresh Cranberries Substitution: Frozen cranberries (thaw and drain first) are suitable.
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Substitution: Coconut cream for a vegan alternative; use plant-based cream for a dairy-free version.
  • 1/4 cup Brown Sugar Substitution: Maple syrup can be used for a different sweetness.
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon No substitutions necessary.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt No substitutions necessary.
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper No substitutions necessary.
  • 1 cup Gruyère Cheese Substitution: Cheddar for a sharper taste, mozzarella for mildness, or feta for tanginess.
  • 1 cup Breadcrumbs Substitution: Gluten-free breadcrumbs or crushed gluten-free crackers for a gluten-free version.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking dish
  • Mixing bowl
  • pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Peel and slice sweet potatoes into thin rounds. Boil in water for 10-15 minutes until fork-tender.
  3. Layer half of the sweet potato slices in a greased baking dish.
  4. Sprinkle half of the fresh cranberries over the first layer of sweet potatoes.
  5. Whisk together heavy cream, brown sugar, cinnamon, salt, and pepper. Pour half over the layers.
  6. Repeat layering with remaining sweet potatoes and cranberries, then pour remaining cream mixture on top.
  7. Sprinkle with Gruyère cheese and breadcrumbs.
  8. Bake for 30-35 minutes until cheese is melted and top is golden brown.
  9. Cool for a few minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 7gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 5gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Allow the gratin to rest after baking to ensure easy serving and better flavor melding.

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