Savory Sweet Potato Bake

Indulge in the cozy, comforting flavors of a Savory Sweet Potato Bake, a fusion of creamy decadence and earthy elegance. This dish brings together tender, caramelized layers of sweet potatoes infused with garlic and fresh thyme, coated in a luxurious blend of heavy cream and melted Gruyere and Parmesan cheeses. Topped with buttery, golden panko breadcrumbs for the perfect crunch, this recipe is an irresistible side dish that pairs beautifully with roasted meats or holiday spreads. Simple to prepare yet supremely satisfying, this baked masterpiece is perfect for cozy dinners, potlucks, or festive gatherings. Ready in just over an hour, it’s a crowd-pleaser that’s sure to become a family favorite. Keywords: savory sweet potato bake, creamy sweet potatoes, cheesy sweet potato casserole, holiday side dish, panko breadcrumb topping.

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 4 large (about 2 pounds) sweet potatoes
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 cup heavy cream
• 1 cup shredded Gruyere cheese
• 0.5 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
• 0.5 cup panko breadcrumbs
• 2 tablespoons butter, melted

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.

Step 2

Peel the sweet potatoes and slice them into 1/4-inch thick rounds. Arrange the slices in overlapping layers in the prepared baking dish.

Step 3

In a small skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant but not browned. Remove from heat.

Step 4

Stir in fresh thyme leaves, salt, and black pepper into the garlic and olive oil mixture.

Step 5

Pour the garlic mixture evenly over the sweet potato slices.

Step 6

Drizzle the heavy cream over the sweet potatoes, ensuring it coats the slices evenly.

Step 7

Sprinkle the Gruyere cheese evenly over the top, followed by the Parmesan cheese.

Step 8

In a small bowl, mix the panko breadcrumbs with the melted butter until well coated. Sprinkle the breadcrumbs over the cheese layer.

Step 9

Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.

Step 10

Remove the foil and bake for an additional 20 minutes, or until the sweet potatoes are tender and the topping is golden and crispy.

Step 11

Allow the dish to rest for 5-10 minutes before serving. Garnish with additional thyme leaves if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3998.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4681.4

Total Fat 140.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 70.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 342mg	0%
Sodium 6051.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 760.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 110.4g	0%
Total Sugars 165.9g
Protein 107.1g	0%

Vitamin D 38IU	0%
Calcium 2646.0mg	0%
Iron 27.2mg	0%
Potassium 138.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 26.6%

Protein: 9.1%

Carbs: 64.3%