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Scalloped Yukon Gold and Sweet Potato Gratin with Fresh Herbs

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Scalloped Yukon Gold and Sweet Potato Gratin with Fresh Herbs

Scalloped Yukon Gold and Sweet Potato Gratin with Fresh Herbs

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Equipment

  • - 9-Inch Square Baking Pan: High-quality square baking pan designed to provide even heat distribution and superior browning.

  • - Silicone Spatula Set (3 Pieces): Flexible, non-stick spatulas for easy stirring and scraping of various surfaces without scratching.

  • - Stainless Steel Mixing Bowls: Set of three mixing bowls in varying sizes; excellent for food preparation, including whisking sauces or cream.

  • - Digital Food Scale: Highly accurate digital scale to precisely measure ingredients by weight, ensuring perfect recipe outcomes.

  • - Medium Saucepan (4-Quart): Used for creating the creamy sauce component of the gratin; ideal size for this recipe's quantity requirements.

  • - Silicone Baking Mat: Nonstick, heat-resistant silicone mat to line baking sheets and pans, preventing sticking and easy cleanup.

  • - Electric Hand Mixer (24 oz): A powerful mixer with a 1.5-quart mixing bowl for whipping cream or combining ingredients quickly without the need for manual labor.

  • - Chef's Knife: Sharp chef knife ideal for cutting vegetables and herbs with precision and efficiency, essential in preparing the gratin base.

  • - Stainless Steel Ladle: Large-sized stainless steel ladle perfect for serving or portioning out your delicious gratin at the table.

  • - Oven Thermometer: Provides accurate oven temperature, ensuring your gratin bakes perfectly every time by compensating for any variations in home ovens.

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 pounds medium Yukon Gold potatoes

  • 1 1/2 pounds medium red-skinned sweet potatoes (yams)

  • 2 cups heavy whipping cream

  • 1/4 cup (1/2 stick) butter

  • 2 garlic cloves, minced

  • 1 tablespoon minced fresh Italian parsley

  • 1 tablespoon minced fresh rosemary

  • 1 tablespoon minced fresh sage

  • 1 tablespoon minced fresh thyme

  • 1 1/2 teaspoons fine sea salt

  • 3/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

  • 1 1/4 cups (packed) coarsely grated Gruyére cheese (about 5 ounces)

Instructions

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Instruction 1

Fill large bowl with cold water. Working with 1 Yukon Gold potato at a time, peel, then cut into 1/8-inch-thick rounds and place in bowl with water. Repeat with sweet potatoes. Combine cream, butter, and garlic in medium saucepan; bring to simmer. Remove from heat. Mix all herbs in small bowl. Mix sea salt and black pepper in another small bowl.
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Instruction 2

Butter 13x9x2-inch glass baking dish. Drain potatoes, then pat dry with kitchen towels. Transfer half of potatoes to prepared baking dish. Use hands to distribute and spread evenly. Sprinkle with half of salt-pepper mixture, then half of herb mixture. Sprinkle with half of cheese. Repeat with remaining potatoes, salt-pepper mixture, herb mixture, and cheese. Pour cream mixture over gratin, pressing lightly to submerge potato mixture as much as possible. DO AHEAD: Can be made 6 hours ahead. Cover with plastic wrap and chill. Remove plastic wrap before baking.
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Instruction 3

Preheat oven to 400°F. Cover gratin tightly with foil. Bake 30 minutes. Uncover; bake until top of gratin is golden and most of liquid is absorbed, about 25 minutes longer. Let stand 10 minutes; serve.
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