Sweet Potato Kale Gratin
Sweet Potato Kale Gratin is an irresistibly creamy and comforting dish that brings warmth to any table. This delightful recipe combines sweet potatoes and nutrient-rich kale, layered with a luscious cream mixture and topped with melted cheese, creating a savory bake that is sure to please both kids and adults. Perfect for family gatherings or as a nutritious meal prep option, this gratin is versatile enough to serve as a main course or side dish. With easy preparation steps and wholesome ingredients, you’ll find it hard to resist going back for seconds.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large sweet potatoes (about 1.5 lbs), peeled and thinly sliced
- 4 cups kale, stems removed and chopped
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup Gruyère cheese, grated
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (for greasing the baking dish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Peel and thinly slice the sweet potatoes using a sharp knife.
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté the chopped kale with a splash of olive oil or water until wilted (about 5-7 minutes).
- Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with olive oil.
- Layer the sweet potato slices in the dish followed by sautéed kale. Pour cream over each layer and sprinkle with grated cheese. Repeat layers until all ingredients are used.
- Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes.
- Remove foil and bake for an additional 20-25 minutes until golden brown and tender.
- Allow to cool for about 10 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 50mg