LEEK-APPLE-YAM GRATIN

Leek-Apple-Yam Gratin image

Enjoy this gratin made with leek, parsnip, yam and apple that's perfect for a side dish.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Time 1h25m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

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:

Heat oven to 375°. Grease 3-quart casserole.
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.
Layer half of the vegetable mixture and half of the cheese in casserole. Top with apple. Repeat layers of vegetables and cheese.
Bake uncovered about 45 minutes or until golden brown and bubbly. Let stand 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 410, Carbohydrate 32 g, Cholesterol 95 mg, Fiber 6 g, Protein 13 g, SaturatedFat 17 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 660 mg