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Savory Sweet Potato Casserole on a plate
Andrew Fowler

Savory Sweet Potato Casserole

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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 50 minutes
Servings: 8
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 2 1/2 lbs sweet potatoes peeled and sliced 1/8 inch thick
  • 2 medium leeks white and light green parts thinly sliced and washed
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 3/4 cup heavy cream
  • 3/4 cup whole milk
  • 1 tsp fine salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp dried thyme
  • 4 oz soft goat cheese crumbled
  • 1/4 cup finely grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tsp unsalted butter for the dish

Method
 

  1. Heat oven to 375°F; grease a 2-quart dish. Melt 2 tablespoons butter; cook washed, drained leeks over medium 8 minutes until soft.
  2. Warm cream, milk, salt, pepper, and thyme until steaming; do not boil.
  3. Layer half potatoes, leeks, and goat cheese; repeat. Pour warm cream evenly over layers.
  4. Cover tightly with foil; bake 45 minutes. Uncover; add Parmesan. Bake 20 to 25 minutes more until browned and easily pierced at center.
  5. Rest 15 minutes to settle sauce; serve with a wide spoon or spatula.