TWO POTATO GRATIN WITH MASCARPONE

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This recipe uses both red skin potatoes and sweet potatoes with creamy mascarpone cheese, for a contrast of salty and sweet flavors. It is then topped with a combination of bread crumbs and Parmesan cheese.

Provided by threeovens

Categories     Yam/Sweet Potato

Time 1h10m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

8 ounces mascarpone cheese, room temperature
salt & freshly ground black pepper
1 lb red potatoes, sliced thin
3/4 lb sweet potato, peeled and sliced thin
3/4 cup breadcrumbs
3/4 cup parmesan cheese, grated
1 tablespoon green onion, minced (white and light green parts)
1/2 tablespoon green onion, sliced thin (darker green part)
2 tablespoons butter, melted

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the mascarpone cheese with 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper.
  • Arrange half the red potato slices in a greased 9 x 9 baking dish or similar sized casserole; top with half the sweet potatoes.
  • Spread half the mascarpone on top; repeat layers.
  • Wrap tightly with aluminum foil and bake until tender, about 30 to 35 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, in a medium bowl, combine bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, and minced green onion (white and light green parts).
  • Stir in melted butter and sprinkle over baked potatoes and return to oven, uncovered, until golden, about 15 minutes.
  • Sprinkle with dark green onion slices and let stand 10 minutes before serving.

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