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Sweet Potato and Cranberry Gratin

Sweet Potato and Cranberry Gratin Is a 1-Dish Delight.

  • Author: Myar Nasser
  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Sweet Potato and Cranberry Gratin is a creamy, cozy, and festive 1-dish side that steals the show on holiday tables, layering tender sweet potatoes with tart cranberries, rich Gruyère cheese, and a crunchy buttered breadcrumb topping for a perfect balance of sweet and savory.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 3 large sweet potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced
  • 1½ cups fresh or frozen cranberries
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp fresh thyme or ½ tsp dried thyme
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ¼ tsp black pepper
  • 1½ cups shredded Gruyère cheese
  • ½ cup breadcrumbs
  • 2 tbsp melted butter

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a baking dish.
  2. In a bowl, whisk heavy cream, garlic, thyme, salt, and black pepper.
  3. Layer half of the sweet potatoes evenly in the baking dish.
  4. Sprinkle half of the cranberries and half of the cheese over the potatoes.
  5. Repeat layers with remaining sweet potatoes, cranberries, and cheese.
  6. Pour cream mixture evenly over the dish.
  7. Mix breadcrumbs with melted butter and sprinkle evenly on top.
  8. Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes.
  9. Uncover and bake an additional 20–25 minutes until golden and bubbly.
  10. Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • Make-ahead option: Assemble the gratin, cover, and refrigerate up to 1 day before baking; bake a few minutes longer if starting from cold.
  • For a lighter version, substitute half-and-half or milk for part of the cream.
  • Trim any overlong potato slices so they layer evenly.
  • Garnish with fresh thyme or chopped parsley before serving for a pop of color.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 50–55 minutes
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: French-inspired

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving (1/8 of dish)
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 8 g
  • Sodium: 450 mg
  • Fat: 28 g
  • Saturated Fat: 15 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 38 g
  • Fiber: 3 g
  • Protein: 13 g
  • Cholesterol: 70 mg

Keywords: Sweet Potato and Cranberry Gratin, holiday side dish, creamy gratin, festive side, Thanksgiving side, Christmas side, Gruyère cheese, garlic thyme, one-dish recipe

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