Description
If you’re searching for a show-stopping side dish that brings warmth and comfort to your dining table, look no further than Cheesy Root Vegetable Gratin. This delightful recipe perfectly marries the natural sweetness of root vegetables with indulgent creamy gruyère cheese, creating a dish that is both elegant and comforting.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, softened
- 1–2 long sweet potatoes (about 2 inches thick), peeled
- 3–4 large parsnips, peeled and trimmed
- 3–5 small beets, peeled
- 14 tablespoons heavy cream, divided (or whole milk)
- 4 ounces grated Parmesan, divided
- 1 tablespoon fresh minced thyme, divided, plus more for garnish
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1 ounce shredded gruyère
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Begin by preheating your oven to 400˚F. While the oven heats, take your 3-quart baking dish and grease it generously with softened unsalted butter.
- Next, prepare your root vegetables. Using a sharp knife or a mandoline slicer, cut the sweet potatoes, parsnips, and beets into thin, even rounds.
- Now that your vegetables are sliced, it’s time to season them. Take the sweet potato and parsnip bowls and drizzle 4 tablespoons of cream over them each, then sprinkle in ½ ounce of grated Parmesan and 1 teaspoon of minced thyme.
- Pour the remaining ¼ cup of cream into the bottom of your prepared baking dish. Carefully sprinkle it with ½ ounce of Parmesan and add the minced garlic.
- Time to build your gratin! Start by arranging the vegetables in the dish, standing them on a slight diagonal.
- Cover your dish with aluminum foil to retain moisture while baking. Place it in the oven and allow it to bake for approximately 30 minutes or until the vegetables are tender and starting to soften.
- After the initial baking period, remove the foil, and sprinkle the shredded gruyère cheese generously over the top.
- Once baked to perfection, remove the gratin from the oven, and let it cool slightly. Finish by garnishing with fresh thyme leaves for added color and a hint of herbal flavor. Serve warm.
Notes
This dish can be made ahead of time; simply reheat in the oven before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
Nutrition
- Calories: Approximately 350 per serving
- Sodium: 350 mg
- Protein: 8 grams