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Cheesy Root Vegetable Gratin for Fall

Cheesy Root Vegetable Gratin for Fall: Cozy Up to Comfort Food

This Cheesy Root Vegetable Gratin for Fall offers a hearty vegetarian option perfect for cozy gatherings, combining rich flavors and stunning presentation.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 6 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Vegetarian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Gratin
  • 1 tablespoon Unsalted Butter for greasing the baking dish
  • 1-2 large Sweet Potatoes peeled and cut into 2-inch thick rounds
  • 3-4 large Parsnips trimmed and peeled
  • 3-5 small Beets peeled
  • 14 tablespoons Heavy Cream divided
  • 4 ounces Grated Parmesan divided throughout
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Minced Thyme divided, plus extra for garnish
  • 1 clove Garlic minced
  • 1 ounce Shredded Gruyère for topping
  • Salt and Pepper to taste
For the Topping
  • 1 cup Panko Breadcrumbs mixed with olive oil for extra flavor

Equipment

  • 3-quart baking dish
  • mandoline or sharp knife

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease a 3-quart baking dish with unsalted butter.
  2. Slice the sweet potatoes, parsnips, and beets into very thin rounds and place in separate bowls.
  3. Coat sweet potatoes and parsnips with 4 tablespoons of heavy cream, mix with ½ ounce of Parmesan and 1 teaspoon of thyme. For beets, blend with 2 tablespoons of cream, remaining Parmesan, salt, and pepper.
  4. Pour ¼ cup of heavy cream into the baking dish, sprinkle with ½ ounce of Parmesan, and add minced garlic. Layer sweet potato, parsnip, and beet slices, repeating until all are used.
  5. Sprinkle the top layer with salt, pepper, and remaining Parmesan cheese. Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes.
  6. Remove the foil, top with shredded Gruyère cheese, and bake uncovered for an additional 18-20 minutes or until golden brown.
  7. Let the gratin rest for 10 minutes, garnish with fresh thyme, and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 8gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 5gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 250IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 8mg

Notes

This dish can be made ahead of time and refrigerated. If cooking from cold, increase baking time by an additional 5-7 minutes.

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