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Cheesy Root Vegetable Gratin Recipe – Easy Comfort Food

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This cheesy root vegetable gratin is the ultimate comfort food, featuring bubbling layers of melted cheese, creamy sauce, and tender slices of root vegetables.

Ingredients

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  • 2 sweet potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced
  • 2 russet potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced
  • 2 parsnips, peeled and thinly sliced
  • 1 rutabaga, peeled and thinly sliced
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 1 to 1 1/2 cups shredded cheese (Gruyère and sharp cheddar)
  • 1 teaspoon minced garlic
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • Butter for greasing the pan

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease your baking dish with a thin layer of butter.
  2. Peel and thinly slice the sweet potatoes, russet potatoes, parsnips, and rutabaga to about 1/8-inch thick.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together heavy cream, minced garlic, fresh thyme, salt, and black pepper.
  4. Gently toss the sliced root vegetables in the cream mixture, ensuring they’re evenly coated.
  5. Layer the vegetables in the greased baking dish, slightly overlapping the slices for visual appeal.
  6. Pour any remaining cream mixture over the layered vegetables.
  7. Sprinkle shredded cheese on top, using a mix of Gruyère and sharp cheddar.
  8. Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 40 minutes.
  9. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 20 minutes, or until the top is golden and bubbly.
  10. Let the gratin rest for 10 minutes before serving.

Notes

[‘Thinly sliced vegetables cook evenly, so take your time to ensure the slices are consistent.’, ‘Be generous with salt, pepper, and herbs to bring out the best flavors.’, ‘Opt for cheeses that melt well and have bold flavors, like Gruyère or sharp cheddar.’, ‘Allow the gratin to sit for 10-15 minutes after cooking to prevent it from being too runny and to let the flavors meld together.’, ‘Switch to the broil setting for 2-3 minutes at the end if the top isn’t browning enough.’]

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