Sweet Potato Spinach Gratin (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced
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4 cups fresh spinach, chopped
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1 cup Gruyere cheese, grated
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1 cup heavy cream
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1/2 cup milk
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1 teaspoon garlic powder
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Salt and pepper to taste
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1 cup breadcrumbs
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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Fresh thyme leaves, for garnish
# Instructions:
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Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). In a greased baking dish, layer half of the sweet potato slices at the bottom.
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Spread the chopped spinach evenly over the sweet potatoes. Sprinkle half of the grated Gruyere cheese over the spinach.
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In a bowl, whisk together the heavy cream, milk, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Pour half of this mixture over the layered vegetables.
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Repeat the layers with the remaining sweet potatoes, spinach, and Gruyere cheese. Pour the remaining cream mixture on top.
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In a small bowl, combine breadcrumbs with olive oil, mixing until well coated. Sprinkle the breadcrumb mixture evenly over the top of the gratin.
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Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the sweet potatoes are tender.
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Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes. Garnish with fresh thyme leaves before serving.