Rum-Glazed Sweet Potato, Apple, and Chestnut Gratin

Name: Rum-Glazed Sweet Potato, Apple, and Chestnut Gratin
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 pounds sweet potatoes, pricked several times with a skewer; 3 Golden Delicious apples, peeled and cut lengthwise into 1/8ths; 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice; 1 cup halved vacuum-packed roasted chestnuts (available at specialty food shops); 6 tablespoons unsalted butter; 1/2 cup firmly packed light brown sugar; 1/2 cup honey; 2 tablespoons dark rum; 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon; 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger; 1/4 teaspoon ground mace

Servings: persons

3 pounds sweet potatoes, pricked several times with a skewer
3 Golden Delicious apples, peeled and cut lengthwise into 1/8ths
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
1 cup halved vacuum-packed roasted chestnuts (available at specialty food shops)
6 tablespoons unsalted butter
1/2 cup firmly packed light brown sugar
1/2 cup honey
2 tablespoons dark rum
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon ground mace

1
Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
2
Bake the sweet potatoes in the middle of the oven for 45 minutes to 1 hour, or until tender.
3
Let them cool.
4
Peel the sweet potatoes and cut them diagonally into 1/4-inch slices.
5
In a bowl toss the apples with the lemon juice and arrange them with the sweet potato slices in a buttered 14-inch gratin dish.
6
Sprinkle with the chestnuts.
7
In a stainless steel or enameled saucepan, cook the remaining ingredients over moderate heat, stirring, until the sugar is dissolved.
8
Spoon the mixture oven the sweet potatoes and apples and bake the gratin in the middle of the oven, basting occasionally, for 30 minutes, or until the apples are just tender and the sweet potatoes are heated through.
9
The uncooked gratin can be assembled 1 day ahead and kept refrigerated, covered.
10
Bake, uncovered, basting occasionally, for 40 minutes.
11
Put the gratin under a preheated broiler about 4 inches from the heat until the edges are browned lightly.

684

kcal

Calories

Fat

132

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 pounds sweet potatoes, pricked several times with a skewer, 3 Golden Delicious apples, peeled and cut lengthwise into 1/8ths, 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice, 1 cup halved vacuum-packed roasted chestnuts (available at specialty food shops), and more.

Yes, Rum-Glazed Sweet Potato, Apple, and Chestnut Gratin falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!