Cheesy Turnip and Potato Gratin
Cheesy Turnip and Potato Gratin layers tender russets with subtly sweet, earthy turnip and fresh thyme, all baked under a blanket of Monterey Jack. Half-and-half adds a silky texture while the top turns golden and bubbling in the oven. Serve this comforting, lighter gratin alongside roasted meats or as a standout vegetarian side for cozy dinners.
- Prep20 mins
- Cook50 mins
- Serves8
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Cheesy Turnip and Potato Gratin, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 53 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 0 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 89 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 33
- Heart Health
- 62
- Metabolic
- 17
- Digestive
- 20
- Inflammatory
- 40
- Performance
- 43
- General Wellness
- 1
Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Grease a 9-inch gratin dish with 1 teaspoon butter.
- 2
Using a mandoline, cut the potatoes and turnip into 1/8-inch-thick slices.
- 3
Arrange half of the potatoes and half of the turnip in layers in the prepared gratin dish. Sprinkle 3/4 teaspoon thyme leaves over the top; season with salt and black pepper. Add 1 cup Monterey Jack cheese on top.
- 4
Layer the remaining half of the potatoes and turnip over the cheese. Sprinkle the remaining 3/4 teaspoon thyme leaves over the top; season with salt and black pepper. Pour the half-and-half evenly over the top; add the remaining 1 cup Monterey Jack cheese. Cover the gratin dish with aluminum foil.
- 5
Bake in the preheated oven for 40 minutes. Uncover; bake until browned and bubbly, about 10 minutes more. Let sit for 10 minutes before serving.
- Calories 243.84 kcal Moderate 12%
- Protein 12.06 g Good Source 24%
- Carbohydrate 18.29 g 7%
- Total Fat 14.07 g Moderate 18%
- Saturated Fat 8.92 g High 45%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 44.0 mg Moderate 15%
- Sodium 235.27 mg Moderate 10%
- Dietary Fiber 1.48 g Low Source 5%
- Total Sugars 1.6 g --
- Added Sugars 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 313.64 mg Good Source 24%
- Iron 0.91 mg Low Source 5%
- Potassium 383.14 mg Low Source 8%
- Vitamin A 0.99 mcg Low Source 0%
- Vitamin C 10.33 mg Moderate 11%
- Vitamin D 0.22 mcg Low Source 1%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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- Wheat 🌾
- Gluten
About This Recipe
Cheesy Turnip and Potato Gratin is a French side dish recipe made with 7 ingredients. It takes about 1 hr 10 mins, serves 8, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Butter, Fresh Thyme, Half & Half, and Russet Potato. Each serving provides about 243.84 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Cheesy Turnip and Potato Gratin?
- It is a French gratin recipe made with 7 ingredients, usually served for side dish or dinner or lunch.
- What is Cheesy Turnip and Potato Gratin made of?
- The main ingredients are Butter, Fresh Thyme, Half & Half, Russet Potato, Salt & Pepper. The full list of 7 is above.
- How long does it take to make Cheesy Turnip and Potato Gratin?
- About 1 hr 10 mins in total: 20 mins to prepare and 50 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 243.84 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Cheesy Turnip and Potato Gratin easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 7 ingredients and 5 steps.
- Is Cheesy Turnip and Potato Gratin healthy?
- Cheesy Turnip and Potato Gratin has an easyChef Pro health score of 43/100. Per serving, it provides 243.84 calories and 12.06 g of protein, or 24% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of calcium. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 235.27 mg (10% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 8.92 g (45% of the Daily Value). It contains Milk, Wheat and Gluten, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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