MARBLED POTATOES

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This is a fantastic combination of red and sweet potatoes, layered and baked. A great accompaniment to ham, beef, turkey or salmon. Not too rich...just right! From "True Grits" cookbook, by the Junior League of Atlanta

Provided by Epi Curious

Categories     Potato

Time 1h

Yield 6 , 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 lb red potatoes (unpeeled)
1 lb sweet potato (unpeeled)
2 large scallions, chopp4ed
1/4 cup butter
1/2 cup sour cream (or plain yogurt)
1/2 cup whipping cream
1 dash nutmeg (or to taste)
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 cup fresh breadcrumb
2 tablespoons butter, melted
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, minced

Steps:

  • Cook the red potatoes and the sweet potatoes separately in water to cover in saucepans until tender; drain. Cool slightly and peel. Mash in separate bowls.
  • Saute the scallions in 1/4 cup butter in a skillet until tender. Stir half the scallions into each bowl of potatoes.
  • Whisk the sour cream and the whipped cream in a bowl. Fold half gently into each bowl of potatoes. Add half the nutmeg, salt and pepper to each bowl.
  • Layer the potatoes, one half at a time, in a greased one-quart baking dish.
  • Swirl with a knife to marbelize. Sprinkle with a mixture of the bread crumbs, melted butter and parsley.
  • Bake at 350 degrees for 30 to 35 minutes or until the topping is golden brown.
  • Note: This casserole freezes well before baking.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 351.8, Fat 23.3, SaturatedFat 14.5, Cholesterol 66.1, Sodium 568.2, Carbohydrate 32.6, Fiber 4, Sugar 4.5, Protein 4.5

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