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Leek-Apple-Yam Gratin

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  • Prep 30 min
  • Total 1 hr 25 min
  • Servings 6
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Enjoy this gratin made with leek, parsnip, yam and apple that’s perfect for a side dish.
Updated Aug 17, 2010
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Ingredients

  • 1 1/4 cups whipping (heavy) cream
  • 2 large leeks, sliced (2 cups)
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh or 2 teaspoons dried thyme leaves
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 2 medium yams (about 3/4 pound), peeled and thinly sliced (2 cups)
  • 4 medium parsnips, peeled and thinly sliced (2 cups)
  • 2 cups grated white Cheddar cheese (8 ounces)
  • 1 large cooking apple, thinly sliced (1 1/2 cups)

Steps

  • 1
    Heat oven to 375°. Grease 3-quart casserole.
  • 2
    Cook whipping cream, leeks, thyme, salt, pepper and nutmeg in heavy 2-quart saucepan over low heat, stirring occasionally, until mixture begins to simmer. Stir in yams and parsnips. Cover and simmer about 10 minutes or until vegetables are slightly tender.
  • 3
    Layer half of the vegetable mixture and half of the cheese in casserole. Top with apple. Repeat layers of vegetables and cheese.
  • 4
    Bake uncovered about 45 minutes or until golden brown and bubbly. Let stand 10 minutes before serving.

Tips from the Betty Crocker Kitchens

  • tip 1
    A snowy wintery day just begs for this veggie casserole. To add a special touch, sprinkle baked casserole with one of these toppings: • Crushed seasoned croutons • French-fried onions • Toasted nuts • Finely chopped ham or bacon bits

Nutrition

410 Calories, 28g Total Fat, 13g Protein, 32g Total Carbohydrate

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 Serving
Calories
410
Calories from Fat
250
Total Fat
28g
Saturated Fat
17g
Cholesterol
95mg
Sodium
660mg
Total Carbohydrate
32g
Dietary Fiber
6g
Protein
13g
% Daily Value*:
Iron
8%
8%
Exchanges:
2 Starch; 1 High-Fat Meat;
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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