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Is this recipe suitable for specific diets?

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Twice-Baked Sweet Potato Gratin

Name: Creamy Twice-Baked Sweet Potato Gratin
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 55 min
Total time: 1 h 15 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 1/2 pounds of sweet potatoes; 1 teaspoon of fresh rosemary, finely chopped; 1/2 teaspoon of kosher salt; 1/4 teaspoon of freshly ground black pepper; 1/4 cup of milk; 1 tablespoon of butter; 1 1/2 cups of shredded Gruyère cheese (divided)

Ingredients

Scale

1 1/2 pounds of sweet potatoes
1 teaspoon of fresh rosemary, finely chopped
1/2 teaspoon of kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon of freshly ground black pepper
1/4 cup of milk
1 tablespoon of butter
1 1/2 cups of shredded Gruyère cheese (divided)

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Instructions

Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Bake the Sweet Potatoes: Arrange the sweet potatoes on a lined baking sheet with aluminum foil and bake for 45 minutes to 1 hour, or until easily pierced with a fork.
Cool and Scoop: Let the potatoes cool, cut in half, and scoop the flesh into a bowl.
Create the Puree: Puree the sweet potato flesh until smooth, then stir in rosemary, salt, and pepper.
Incorporate Milk and Butter: Add milk and butter, stirring until melted and blended.
Add Cheese: Mix in 1 1/4 cups of Gruyère cheese until creamy.
Prepare Ramekins: Spray six half-cup ramekins with non-stick spray, divide sweet potato mixture among them, and smooth the tops.
Top with Cheese: Sprinkle remaining 1/4 cup of Gruyère cheese on top.
Bake to Perfection: Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 15 minutes, then broil for 2-3 minutes until golden brown.
Serve and Enjoy: Serve immediately and watch your guests enjoy every bite.

Notes

For a vegan version, use plant-based milk and cheese alternatives. Feel free to add other vegetables for enhanced nutrition.

Author: Chef Rita
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 55 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American
Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 350
Sugar: 5g
Sodium: 400mg
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 6g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 45g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 15g
Cholesterol: 30mg