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Baked root vegetable gratin in a white oval dish with a golden-brown cheesy crust, garnished with fresh thyme leaves

Root Vegetable Gratin

Layers of tender root vegetables baked with creamy cheese create a cozy and flavorful winter side.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: Side Dish, Vegetable Casserole
Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
Calories: 230
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tablespoon unsalted butter melted, for greasing and layering
  • 1 medium onion thinly sliced, for flavor layering
  • 1 large russet potato peeled and thinly sliced
  • 1 large sweet potato peeled and thinly sliced
  • 2 medium carrots thinly sliced
  • 2 large parsnips peeled and thinly sliced
  • ½ cup cheddar cheese shredded, for layering
  • Additional cheddar cheese shredded, for topping
  • 2 tablespoon Parmesan cheese grated, for topping
  • ⅔ cup heavy cream for creamy sauce
  • 2 garlic cloves minced, for sauce
  • 1 tablespoon fresh herbs minced, thyme and rosemary suggested
  • A pinch of smoked paprika for flavor
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C) and grease a 2.5–3 quart baking dish with melted butter.
  2. Spread the sliced onions evenly over the bottom of the greased dish.
  3. Arrange the potato, sweet potato, carrot, and parsnip slices in tight rows on top of the onions.
  4. Sprinkle half of the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the vegetable layers.
  5. In a medium bowl, whisk together the heavy cream, minced garlic, and fresh herbs.
  6. Pour the cream mixture evenly over the layered vegetables.
  7. Sprinkle the smoked paprika, Parmesan cheese, and salt and pepper over the top.
  8. Cover the dish with foil and bake for 30 minutes, until vegetables are tender and bubbling.
  9. Remove the foil, sprinkle remaining cheddar cheese on top, and bake uncovered for 15–20 minutes until cheese is melted and vegetables are soft.
  10. Optionally, broil for 2 minutes to achieve a golden brown cheese crust.
  11. Let the gratin cool for at least 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1 ServingCalories: 230kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 8gFat: 13gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 550mgFiber: 4gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 8500IUVitamin C: 12mgCalcium: 120mgIron: 1.8mg

Notes

This root vegetable gratin is perfect for warming up winter dinners. Each cheesy, tender bite is packed with earthy flavor, making it a comforting side everyone will love.

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