Sweet Potato and Leek Gratin - Sweet Potato, Potato and Leek Gratin Recipe

Name: Sweet Potato and Leek Gratin - Sweet Potato, Potato and Leek Gratin
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pound leeks, trim, halve lengthwise and slice into 1/4-inchers, clean in cold water; 1 tbsp (15 ml) extra virgin olive oil (may double); 1 tbsp (15 ml) unsalted butter (may double); 1/4 cup (60 ml) garlic, minced; 2 cups (475 ml) heavy cream; 2/3 cup (150 ml) dried currants or diced pitted prunes; 1/4 cup (60 ml) fresh thyme; salt and pepper; 1 pound peeled sweet potatoes sliced bout 1/4 inch thick.; 1-1/4 pound burbank russet or your favorite potatoes, peeled and sliced 1/4 inch thick and set in cold water.

Servings: persons

1 pound leeks, trim, halve lengthwise and slice into 1/4-inchers, clean in cold water
1 tbsp (15 ml) extra virgin olive oil (may double)
1 tbsp (15 ml) unsalted butter (may double)
1/4 cup (60 ml) garlic, minced
2 cups (475 ml) heavy cream
2/3 cup (150 ml) dried currants or diced pitted prunes
1/4 cup (60 ml) fresh thyme
salt and pepper
1 pound peeled sweet potatoes sliced bout 1/4 inch thick.
1-1/4 pound burbank russet or your favorite potatoes, peeled and sliced 1/4 inch thick and set in cold water.

1
Saute prepared leeks in butter and olive oil with minced garlic.
2
Cook slowly til leeks are softened.
3
Add 2 cups (475 ml) heavy cream, bring to a simmer, cover over low heat about 5 minutes.
4
Add dried currants or diced pitted prunes, thyme, and salt and pepper to taste, and set aside.
5
Preheat oven to 350.
6
Butter a heavy-bottomed 5-quart casserole.
7
Arrange a layer of the regular potatoes on bottom of casserole.
8
season with salt and pepper, spoon on some leek cream.
9
Repeat with sweet potatoes, layer, season and spoon leek cream.
10
Continue alternating, until all are used.
11
Press down on potatoes, drizzle remaining cream.
12
Bake 50-60 minutes, until gratin is bubbling, tender.
13
Let rest about 15 minutes.
14
Slice into wedges and serve.
15
Can be prepared ahead and reheated in a 300 oven.

623

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 pound leeks, trim, halve lengthwise and slice into 1/4-inchers, clean in cold water, 1 tbsp (15 ml) extra virgin olive oil (may double), 1 tbsp (15 ml) unsalted butter (may double), 1/4 cup (60 ml) garlic, minced, and more.

Yes, Sweet Potato and Leek Gratin - Sweet Potato, Potato and Leek 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.

Sweet Potato and Leek Gratin - Sweet Potato, Potato and Leek Gratin

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