Sweet Potato Gratin With Chipotles

Submitted by chiclet

"This dish is to die for! It takes center stage on Thanksgiving every year, no matter what we serve alongside it. Not for the calorie-counter or traditionalist, but maybe that's just part of the appeal!"

 

• Ready In: 2hrs
• Ingredients: 5
• Serves: 8

ingredients

• 8 large sweet potatoes
• 1 1⁄2 tablespoons butter
• 2 -3 tablespoons canned chipotle chiles in adobo
• 4 cups whipping cream
• salt & freshly ground black pepper, to taste

directions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
2. Peel and thinly slice sweet potatoes (aim for about 8 cups of 1/4 inch slices).
3. Butter a shallow 4 quart casserole dish.
4. Puree the chipotles in adobo and stir into whipping cream.
5. Bring a large pot of water to boil over high heat and boil the potato slices for 15 minute Drain well.
6. Arrange a single layer of sweet potatoes in the casserole; pour 1 cup chipotle-cream mixture over them. Season with salt and pepper.
7. Repeat layering, ending with chipotle-cream.
8. Bake 45 min-1 hr., or until potatoes are lightly browned and bubbling. Serve warm.