Best 6 Spicy Sweet Potato Gratin Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary delight with our tantalizing Spicy Sweet Potato Gratin recipe, a harmonious blend of sweet potatoes, aromatic spices, and a luscious creamy sauce. This delectable dish is a perfect balance of sweet and savory, with a touch of heat that adds an extra layer of flavor. The sweet potatoes, roasted to perfection, are complemented by a medley of spices, including cumin, coriander, and paprika, creating a symphony of flavors. The creamy sauce, made with a blend of milk, cream, and cheese, adds a velvety richness that ties all the ingredients together. This gratin is not only a flavor sensation but also a visual treat, with its vibrant orange hue and enticing aroma. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey as we guide you through the steps of creating this irresistible dish. Additionally, we have included three more delectable recipes that offer unique twists on the classic gratin: a Spinach and Artichoke Gratin, a Zucchini and Feta Gratin, and a Mushroom and Gruyère Gratin. Each recipe promises a distinct flavor profile and a delightful culinary experience.

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SWEET POTATO AND GRUYèRE GRATIN



Sweet Potato and Gruyère Gratin image

This rich, cheese-laden gratin is a more savory take on the usual Thanksgiving sweet potato casserole, with sage and rosemary giving it an herbal bite. If you'd like to make it partway ahead, you can peel and slice the potatoes the day before; store in a sealable plastic bag in the fridge. You can also simmer the cream mixture (don't add eggs) and grate the cheese the day before as well, storing them covered in the refrigerator.

Provided by Melissa Clark

Categories     casseroles, side dish

Time 1h30m

Yield 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened, for pan and foil
1/3 cup grated Parmesan
2 cups heavy cream (or half-and-half)
3 tablespoons fresh sage, chopped
1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, finely chopped
3 fat cloves garlic, grated or minced
1/4 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt, plus more as needed
3 large eggs, lightly beaten
3 pounds sweet potatoes (about 4 large or 5 medium), peeled
Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
1 2/3 cups/6 1/2 ounces grated Gruyère

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400 degrees and generously butter a 9-by-13-inch baking pan or shallow gratin dish. Butter a piece of foil large enough to cover top of pan. Sprinkle Parmesan all over bottom of pan.
  • In a medium pot, bring cream, sage, rosemary, garlic, nutmeg and a pinch of salt to a simmer. Simmer until reduced by 1/4, about 10 minutes.
  • In a large, heatproof bowl, whisk eggs just enough to break them up. Slowly pour hot cream into eggs to combine, whisking while pouring, and reserve the mixture.
  • Meanwhile, using a mandoline or sharp knife, slice the potatoes into 1/8-inch-thick rounds.
  • Place 1 layer of potatoes in the pan, slightly overlapping as you go, using about a third of the slices. Sprinkle with 1/4 teaspoon salt and pepper to taste, then pour 1/3 of the egg mixture over potatoes. Top with 1/2 cup Gruyère. Repeat with another layer of potatoes, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, pepper and 1/3 egg mixture. Top with 1/2 cup Gruyère. Top with remaining potatoes, 1/4 teaspoon salt, pepper to taste, and remaining egg mixture (but not the remaining cheese). Press down to compact the potatoes. Cover with foil and bake until potatoes are tender, about 40 minutes, then remove foil, sprinkle top with remaining 2/3 cup Gruyère and bake until browned and bubbling, 25 to 30 minutes. Let cool slightly, then serve.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 363, UnsaturatedFat 9 grams, Carbohydrate 26 grams, Fat 25 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 10 grams, SaturatedFat 15 grams, Sodium 444 milligrams, Sugar 6 grams, TransFat 0 grams

SWEET POTATOES AU GRATIN



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This rich, sweet potato casserole couldn't be any easier to make-or more delicious to eat! -Patti Kirchhoff, Lake Geneva, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 50m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 large uncooked sweet potatoes, peeled and sliced 1/4 inch thick
1 large egg
2 cups heavy whipping cream
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
Pinch pepper
3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
Minced fresh thyme, optional

Steps:

  • Place potatoes in a greased 8-in. square baking dish. In a bowl, beat egg. Add cream, salt, nutmeg and pepper; mix well. Pour over potatoes; sprinkle with cheese. Bake, uncovered, at 375° until the potatoes are tender, 40-45 minutes. If desired, top with fresh thyme to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 412 calories, Fat 31g fat (19g saturated fat), Cholesterol 124mg cholesterol, Sodium 385mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

HOME SWEET POTATO HOME AU GRATIN



Home Sweet Potato Home Au Gratin image

Provided by Robert Irvine : Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 1h5m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup milk
1 pint (2 cups) heavy cream
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
3 pounds sweet potatoes (about 12 sweet potatoes, depending on size), peeled and sliced thin with a mandoline
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley leaves
2 tablespoons butter, cut into chunks, plus more for baking dish
1/4 cup panko bread crumbs
1/4 cup grated Cheddar

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan combine milk, cream, nutmeg, cinnamon, salt, and pepper. Gently fold in sweet potatoes. Bring to a simmer and allow sauce to thicken.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Butter a 3-quart baking dish. Combine the bread crumbs, butter and Cheddar to make the gratin topping. Transfer the potato mixture to the baking dish and sprinkle with the gratin topping. Bake until the potatoes are cooked through, about 35 to 45 minutes.
  • Serve in the baking dish, garnished with chopped parsley.

SMOKED CHILE SCALLOPED SWEET POTATOES



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Provided by Bobby Flay

Categories     side-dish

Time 1h25m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 cups heavy cream
1 heaping tablespoon chipotle pepper puree
3 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced 1/8-inch thick
Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
  • Whisk together cream and chipotle puree until smooth.
  • In a 9 by 9-inch casserole dish, arrange the potatoes in even layers. Drizzle with 3 tablespoons of the cream mixture and season with salt and pepper. Repeat with the remaining potatoes, cream, and salt and pepper to form 10 layers.
  • Cover and bake for 30 minutes, remove cover and continue baking for 45 minutes to 1 hour, or until the cream has been absorbed and the potatoes are cooked through and the top is browned.

GARLICKY HASSELBACK SWEET POTATOES



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Tender in the middle, with charred ruffles on top, hasselback potatoes - sliced thinly all the way through so that they fan open like an accordion - are the ultimate treat for people who can't choose between creamy and crisp. In this recipe, the sweet potatoes are halved first, so they cook faster and so their flat sides sear in the hot pan, leaving a caramelized edge. If your spice cabinet is fully stocked, try adding red-pepper flakes, smoked paprika or dried oregano to your garlic-butter mixture. A sprinkling of chopped parsley, right before you're ready to eat, would also be welcome. Serve these as you would roasted potatoes, like alongside roast chicken.

Provided by Sarah Jampel

Categories     dinner, vegetables, side dish

Time 50m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 tablespoon plus 2 teaspoons olive oil
2 medium sweet potatoes (about 8 to 10 ounces each), scrubbed and dried
1 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more for seasoning
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
4 garlic cloves

Steps:

  • Heat the oven to 425 degrees. Pour 1 tablespoon olive oil into a large cast-iron skillet, swirl it so it coats the whole pan, then put it in the oven while you cut the potatoes.
  • Cut the potatoes in half lengthwise, place cut side down on a cutting board, then use a knife to make 1/8-inch slices on a slight bias from the top to the bottom of the potato half. Cut almost all of the way through the potato, stopping before you reach the bottom. (A serrated knife makes the job easier. You can also lay chopsticks down on either side of the potato to keep the knife from slipping through the potato.)
  • Carefully remove the skillet from the oven and nestle the sweet potato halves inside in a single layer. Drizzle the top of each with 1/2 teaspoon olive oil, sprinkle with salt, then bake for 30 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, add the butter to a small pot with 1 teaspoon salt. Grate the garlic into the pot with a microplane, then heat over low until the butter is melted.
  • Take the sweet potatoes out of the oven and, keeping in mind that the pan is hot, use a fork or offset spatula to gently pry the slices apart so that there's more room between each one. Use a brush to generously coat the potatoes with garlic butter (the more you get inside the slices, the better). Reserve any excess.
  • Bake for an additional 10 minutes. For extra crisp edges, broil potatoes for 2 to 4 minutes, until the ruffles are charred. Brush with reserved garlic butter, and serve.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 184, UnsaturatedFat 6 grams, Carbohydrate 19 grams, Fat 11 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 2 grams, SaturatedFat 4 grams, Sodium 333 milligrams, Sugar 4 grams, TransFat 0 grams

SWEET POTATO GRATIN



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This creamy potato gratin benefits from a subtle blend of spices. Cinnamon, ginger, and cayenne pepper take it from ordinary to out-of-this-world.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Main Dish Recipes     Casserole Recipes

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 cups heavy cream, divided
2 pounds sweet potatoes (about 4), peeled and sliced 1/8 inch thick
Salt and pepper
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/8 teaspoon ground ginger
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Pour 1 cup cream into a large ovenproof skillet. Arrange sweet potatoes evenly in pan, season with salt and pepper, and pour remaining cream on top. Gently press on potatoes to submerge. Bring to a simmer over medium, transfer to oven, and bake 12 minutes. Press on potatoes to submerge again and bake until potatoes are tender and cream is bubbling, 8 to 10 minutes more. Sprinkle with cinnamon, ginger, and cayenne. Let cool 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 283 g, Fat 22 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 14 g

Tips:

  • To save time, use pre-cooked sweet potatoes or yams.
  • For a spicier dish, add more cayenne pepper or chili powder.
  • If you don't have heavy cream, you can use milk or half-and-half instead.
  • If you want a crispy topping, sprinkle some Panko breadcrumbs or grated Parmesan cheese on top of the gratin before baking.
  • Serve the gratin hot, as a side dish or main course.

Conclusion:

This spicy sweet potato gratin is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. The sweet potatoes are roasted until tender, then combined with a creamy sauce and topped with a crispy breadcrumb topping. The result is a dish that is both flavorful and satisfying. Whether you are serving it as a side dish or a main course, this gratin is sure to be a hit.

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