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Sweet Potato & Cranberry Gratin Recipe

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This Sweet Potato & Cranberry Gratin is a festive and comforting side dish combining tender boiled sweet potatoes, tart fresh cranberries, and a creamy cinnamon-infused sauce, all topped with shredded Gruyère cheese and crispy breadcrumbs. Perfect for holiday meals, this gratin delivers a delightful balance of sweet and savory flavors with a golden, bubbly finish.

Ingredients

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Vegetables

  • 2 pounds sweet potatoes, peeled and sliced
  • 1 cup fresh cranberries

Dairy & Cheese

  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup shredded Gruyère cheese

Dry Ingredients & Spices

  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) to ensure the baking dish will cook evenly once the layered ingredients are prepared.
  2. Boil Sweet Potatoes: In a large pot, boil the peeled and sliced sweet potatoes until they are tender, about 10-15 minutes. This softens the potatoes, making them perfect for layering in the gratin.
  3. Layer Sweet Potatoes: Drain the sweet potatoes and place half of them in a greased baking dish, forming an even layer.
  4. Add Cranberries: Sprinkle half of the fresh cranberries evenly over the layer of sweet potatoes, adding a tart contrast to the sweetness of the potatoes.
  5. Prepare Cream Mixture: In a bowl, mix together the heavy cream, brown sugar, cinnamon, salt, and pepper until well combined. This mixture will add flavor and moisture to the gratin.
  6. Pour Cream Mixture: Pour half of the cream mixture over the sweet potato and cranberry layers, ensuring even coverage.
  7. Repeat Layers: Repeat the layers with the remaining sweet potatoes, cranberries, and cream mixture to build the gratin fully.
  8. Add Toppings: Top the gratin with shredded Gruyère cheese followed by breadcrumbs for a crispy, golden crust.
  9. Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the gratin is bubbly throughout.
  10. Cool and Serve: Let the gratin cool for a few minutes before serving to allow it to set and make it easier to dish out.

Notes

  • For a vegan version, substitute the heavy cream with coconut cream and the Gruyère cheese with a plant-based cheese alternative.
  • This gratin can be prepared a day in advance and baked just before serving for convenience during busy holiday meals.
  • Adjust the amount of brown sugar depending on the natural sweetness of the sweet potatoes to balance the flavors to your taste.

Keywords: Sweet Potato, Cranberry, Gratin, Festive Recipe, Holiday Side Dish

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