Batata-doce gratinada

Ingredientes

• 3 or 3 1/2 lbs sweet potatoes (peeled and very thinly sliced)
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 2 cloves garlic (minced)
• 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup parmesan cheese
• 1 cup whole milk
• 1 cup heavy whipping cream
• 1 teaspoon sea salt
• 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
• 1/2 teaspoon fresh rosemary (finely chopped)
• 1 cup cheddar cheese (freshly grated)
• 1 cup mozzarella cheese (freshly grated)

Modo de preparo

1. 1

   preheat: First, preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.

2. 2

   slice: Peel and slice the sweet into very thin rounds. You can use a mandoline slicer to do this.

3. 3

   saute: In a saucepan, over medium heat, sauté butter and garlic until fragrant. Add the flour and whisk in until combined.

4. 4

   stir in cheese and spices: Next, add the Parmesan cheese, milk, cream, salt, pepper, cinnamon, ground ginger, nutmeg, chopped fresh rosemary, stir, and bring the mixture to a soft boil. Remove from heat and allow to cool a bit.

5. 5

   more cheese: Once cooled, stir in the shredded mozzarella and cheddar cheese.

6. 6

   add to the baking dish: Arrange the thinly sliced sweet potatoes in a row or circles In a casserole dish, and pour the cheese mixture on top evenly.

7. 7

   core and bake: Then, cover with foil and bake for 30-35 minutes.

8. 8

   uncover and bake: Remove foil and bake for an additional 8 to 10 minutes.

9. 9

   serve: Garnish with fresh rosemary and serve warm.