Pan-Seared Sweet Potato and Sage Gratin

A creamy, sweet, and savory side dish originating from the Southern United States, featuring roasted sweet potatoes, caramelized onions, and crispy sage.

🛒 Ingredients

• 3 pieces large sweet potatoes
• 6 tbsp butter
• 2 cups onions
• 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
• 1 cup gruyere cheese
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1/4 cup fresh sage
• 1/2 cup parmesan cheese

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1

   Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).

2. 2

   Step 2: Peel and slice sweet potatoes into 1/8-inch thick rounds.

3. 3

   Step 3: In a large skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add onions and cook until caramelized, stirring occasionally.

4. 4

   Step 4: In a separate saucepan, combine heavy cream, gruyere cheese, and 1 tablespoon of butter. Stir until cheese melts.

5. 5

   Step 5: Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with butter.

6. 6

   Step 6: Create a layer of sweet potatoes in the baking dish.

7. 7

   Step 7: Spread a layer of caramelized onions over the sweet potatoes.

8. 8

   Step 8: Pour a portion of the cheese cream over the onions.

9. 9

   Step 9: Repeat steps 6-8, ending with a layer of cheese cream.

10. 10

    Step 10: Sprinkle parmesan cheese and chopped sage over the top layer.

💡 Pro Tips

To achieve a crispy top, use a blowtorch to caramelize the parmesan cheese before serving.

📊 Nutrition per Serving