Cheesy Root Vegetable Gratin
This recipe is a comforting, creamy dish that celebrates the natural sweetness of earthy vegetables.
- 2 large sweet potatoes thinly sliced
- 2 turnips peeled and thinly sliced
- 2 beets peeled and thinly sliced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded Gruyère cheese
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tbsp fresh thyme chopped
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- ¼ cup breadcrumbs optional
- Salt and pepper to taste
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a baking dish with olive oil.
Layer sweet potatoes, turnips, and beets in the dish, alternating for variety.
Heat cream in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir in garlic, thyme, salt, and pepper.
Pour the cream mixture over the layered vegetables evenly.
Sprinkle Gruyère cheese over the top. Add breadcrumbs if desired.
Cover with foil and bake for 40 minutes. Remove foil and bake 15 more minutes until golden and tender.