Sweet Potato Gratin

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.

2. 2

   Bake the sweet potatoes in the middle of the oven for 45 minutes to 1 hour, or until tender.

3. 3

   Let them cool.

4. 4

   Peel the sweet potatoes and cut them diagonally into 1/4-inch slices, and place them in a buttered 14-inch gratin dish.

5. 5

   In a stainless steel or enameled saucepan, cook the remaining ingredients over moderate heat, stirring, until the sugar is dissolved.

6. 6

   Spoon the mixture over the sweet potatoes and bake the gratin in the middle of the oven, basting occasionally, for 30 minutes.

7. 7

   The uncooked gratin, can be assembled 1 day ahead and kept refrigerated, and covered.

8. 8

   Put the gratin under a preheated broiler about 4 inches from the heat until the edges are browned lightly.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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