Gratin Dauphinois with Walnuts and Wholesome Twist
A creamy, cheesy gratin with a crunchy walnut topping and a hint of Venezuelan spice.
Ingredients
- β2 large wholesome sweet potatoes
- β1 cup gratin cheese
- β1/2 cup, chopped walnuts
- β2 tbsp olive oil
- β1, seeded and chopped Venezuelan aji amarillo pepper
- βto taste salt
- β1/4 cup, chopped fresh parsley
- β1/2 cup non-dairy milk
Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 375Β°F (190Β°C).
- 2
Peel and slice the sweet potatoes into 1/8-inch thick rounds.
- 3
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
- 4
Add the chopped aji amarillo pepper and cook for 1 minute.
- 5
Add the sliced sweet potatoes and cook for 5 minutes, until they start to soften.
- 6
Transfer the sweet potatoes to a 9x13 inch baking dish.
- 7
In a separate bowl, mix together the grated cheese and non-dairy milk.
- 8
Pour the cheese mixture over the sweet potatoes.
- 9
Sprinkle the chopped walnuts and chopped parsley over the top.
- 10
Season with salt to taste.
- 11
Bake for 25-30 minutes, until the top is golden brown and the cheese is bubbly.
- 12
Serve hot and enjoy!