Scalloped Sweet Potatoes
Delight in layers of creamy, cheesy sweet potatoes, perfectly baked to golden perfection. This comforting dish is an irresistible addition to any gathering!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Serves approximately 6
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2–3 medium-sized sweet potatoes, sliced into 1/4-inch rounds
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 tablespoon fresh or dried thyme (optional)
Instructions
- In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter.
- Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Pour in heavy cream and stir in salt and pepper until well combined.
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Grease a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray or butter.
- Layer half of the sweet potato slices in the prepared dish.
- Pour half of the creamy sauce over the sweet potatoes.
- Repeat with remaining sweet potato slices and sauce.
- Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top layer.
- Bake uncovered for about 45 minutes or until golden brown and bubbly.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 70mg