Sandra This Bobby Flay Sweet Potato Gratin Recipe is a creamy and smoky recipe, which uses sweet potatoes and chipotle puree. It’s the perfect holiday side dish, ready in about 1 hour and 15 minutes.
Bobby Flay Sweet Potato Gratin Ingredients
- 2 1/2 cups heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon chipotle puree
- 3 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and sliced thin
- Salt and freshly ground pepper
How To Make Bobby Flay Sweet Potato Gratin
- Prep the oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Ensure the rack is in the center position for even baking.
- Make the spicy cream: In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the heavy cream and the chipotle puree until the mixture is a uniform pale orange color.
- Assemble the layers: Lightly grease a baking dish. Arrange a layer of sliced sweet potatoes on the bottom, overlapping them slightly. Season generously with salt and pepper. Pour a portion of the chipotle cream over the potatoes. Repeat this process—layering, seasoning, and pouring—until all ingredients are used, ending with cream on top.
- Bake the gratin: Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 1 hour. The top should be browned and bubbly, and the potatoes should be very tender when pierced with a knife.
- Cool and serve: Remove the gratin from the oven and let it rest for at least 10 minutes. This allows the sauce to thicken and set before serving.
Recipe Tips
- How to get uniform slices: Use a mandoline slicer to cut the sweet potatoes. Uniform thin slices ensure the gratin cooks evenly; if you hand-cut them too thick, the cream will reduce before the potatoes are tender.
- What is chipotle puree? It is simply canned chipotle peppers in adobo sauce blended until smooth. You can buy the can, dump the contents into a blender, and keep the leftover puree in the fridge for weeks.
- Adjusting the heat: If you are sensitive to spice, start with 1 teaspoon of chipotle puree. If you love heat, you can bump it up to 2 tablespoons, but remember the heat intensifies as it bakes.
- Why you must let it rest: Gratin comes out of the oven very soupy and hot. Resting for 10 to 15 minutes allows the potatoes to absorb the remaining liquid and the cream to set into a rich sauce.
What To Serve With Bobby Flay Sweet Potato Gratin
This dish combines sweetness, spice, and richness, making it an excellent partner for savory roasted meats.
- Spice-rubbed pork tenderloin
- Thanksgiving roast turkey
- Honey-glazed ham
- Grilled ribeye steak
- Roasted Brussels sprouts with bacon
How To Store Bobby Flay Sweet Potato Gratin
- Refrigerate: Cover the cooled baking dish tightly with foil or plastic wrap, or transfer leftovers to an airtight container. Refrigerate for up to 3-4 days.
- Freeze: While possible, freezing is not recommended for cream-based gratins as the sauce can separate and become grainy upon thawing. If necessary, freeze for up to 1 month and thaw in the fridge before reheating.
Bobby Flay Sweet Potato Gratin Nutrition Facts
- Calories: 480
- Total Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 22g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
- Sodium: 320mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 38g
- Protein: 4g
Nutrition information is estimated and may vary based on ingredients and cooking methods used.
FAQs
No, it is not recommended. Milk will curdle during the long baking time and won’t thicken into a sauce. You need the fat content of heavy cream (or at least half-and-half) to stabilize the dish and create that luxurious texture.
Yes, you can assemble it early. You can slice the potatoes and layer the dish with the cream earlier in the day, cover it, and keep it in the fridge. Add about 10-15 minutes to the cooking time if baking directly from the refrigerator.
No, this is a traditional cream gratin. Unlike some casseroles, this recipe relies on the reduction of heavy cream to create a crust. However, you can sprinkle Parmesan or Gruyere on top during the last 15 minutes if you prefer a cheesy crust.
Try More Recipes:
- Bobby Flay Mashed Potato Recipe
- Bobby Flay Grilled Potato Salad Recipe
- Bobby Flay Corn Potato Salad Recipe
Bobby Flay Sweet Potato Gratin Recipe
Description
A smoky and sophisticated twist on the classic sweet potato casserole, featuring layers of tender potatoes baked in a rich chipotle-infused cream.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- Whisk together the heavy cream and chipotle puree in a bowl until smooth.
- Peel and thinly slice the sweet potatoes (preferably using a mandoline).
- Layer one-third of the potatoes in a baking dish.
- Season with salt and pepper, then pour one-third of the cream mixture over the layer.
- Repeat for two more layers, ending with the cream mixture.
- Bake uncovered for 1 hour until the potatoes are tender and the top is browned.
- Let stand for 10 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Spice Level: Use less chipotle puree for a milder dish; the cream balances the heat significantly.
- Slicing: Slices should be about 1/8-inch thick for the best texture.
