Sweet Potato & Apple Gratin
ACTIVE TIME: 30 min. TOTAL TIME: 2 hrs. SERVES: 8
Our nutrient-rich twist on a comfortfood classic tastes extra indulgent, thanks to nutty Manchego cheese
1 Tbs. butter
1 medium onion, thinly sliced
11⁄2 lbs. sweet potatoes, peeled and
cut into 1⁄ 8"-thick slices
1 Fuji apple, cored and sliced
2 cups grated Manchego cheese
(8 oz.), divided
11⁄2 cups half-and-half
11⁄2 tsp. dried thyme
1 Heat oven to 375°F. Coat 21⁄2-qt. baking dish with cooking spray. In skillet over medium heat, melt butter. Add onions; cook until golden, 5 min., stirring often. Transfer to large bowl. Add potatoes, apple and 1 cup cheese.
2 In separate bowl, mix half-and half, thyme, 11⁄2 tsp. salt and 1⁄2 tsp. pepper; pour over potato mixture. Stir to coat; transfer to baking dish. Pour any remaining liquid over top; cover tightly with foil.
3 Bake 1 hr. or until potatoes are tender. Uncover; sprinkle with remaining cheese. Bake 15 min. or until golden. Cool 15 min. before serving.
Per serving: Cal. 249 Pro. 9g Carb. 18g Fiber 3g Sug. 9g Chol. 50mg Sod. 657mg Total fat: 16g Sat. 10g Trans. 1g