Sitka Sweet Potato, Apple & Leek Gratin
- 1 1/2 c whipping cream
- 2 leeks, halved lengthwise and cut into 1/4" slices
- 2 T fresh chopped thyme
- salt & white pepper to taste
- 1/4 t ground allspice
- 1/4 t ground nutmeg
- 1 lb sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/8" crescent slices
- 1 lb apples, peeled and cut into 1/8" slices
- 1 c shredded white cheddar
- Heat oven to 350. Butter 8x8 baking dish.
- Bring cream and leeks to boil in large saucepan. Reduce heat, cover and simmer 15 min. Add thyme, s&p, allspice and nutmeg.
- Arrange 1/3 potatoes in baking dish. Ladle 1/3 leek mix over. Cover with half apples. Sprinkle with 1/3 cheese. Repeat ending with cheese.
- Cover with foil and bake 30 min. Uncover and bake til brown, appx 45 min. Let rest before serving.
whipping cream, leeks, t, salt, ground allspice, ground nutmeg, sweet potatoes, apples, shredded white cheddar
Taken from www.epicurious.com/recipes/member/views/sitka-sweet-potato-apple-leek-gratin-50133768 (may not work)