Description
Indulge in the comforting richness of Homemade Garlic Butter Sweet Potato Bake, a perfect side dish for any occasion. This delectable recipe features layers of tender sweet potatoes enveloped in a creamy garlic butter sauce, creating a harmonious blend of flavors that will elevate your family dinners or holiday gatherings. With its velvety texture and savory aroma, this dish is not only easy to prepare but also customizable to suit your taste. Add fresh herbs or spices for an extra burst of flavor, and watch as it becomes a favorite at your dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 lb sweet potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced
- 1 1/2 cups heavy cream
- 1/2 cup butter
- 5 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh thyme, chopped
- 1/3 cup grated parmesan cheese
- Kosher salt and freshly cracked black pepper to taste
- 1 tsp cornstarch
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together heavy cream, butter, minced garlic, thyme, cornstarch, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- In a baking dish, layer half of the sweet potato slices. Pour half of the creamy mixture over them. Repeat with remaining sweet potatoes and creamy mixture.
- Top with grated parmesan cheese.
- Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes; remove foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes until golden brown.
- Let cool slightly before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 50mg