Description
A comforting dish layered with melty cheese and earthy root vegetables, perfect for autumn gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium potatoes, thinly sliced
- 2 sweet potatoes, thinly sliced
- 3 carrots, thinly sliced
- 2 parsnips, thinly sliced
- 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 cup Gruyere cheese, shredded
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 2 cups milk or cream
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh thyme or rosemary, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Sauté garlic until fragrant.
- Add milk or cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Season with salt, pepper, and herbs of choice.
- In a buttered baking dish, start with a layer of vegetables, followed by cheese. Repeat, ending with a generous cheese layer on top.
- Cover with foil and bake for about 30 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes, or until the top is golden and bubbling.
- Let it cool slightly before serving.
Notes
Slicing vegetables evenly is crucial for uniform cooking. Allow the dish to rest after baking to enhance flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: gratin, cheesy vegetables, comfort food, autumn recipes, family gatherings
