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
- 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
- Protein 12.06 g Good Source
- Carbs 18.29 g Moderate
- Total Fat 14.07 g Moderate
- Saturated Fat 8.92 g High
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 44.0 mg Moderate
- Sodium 235.27 mg Moderate
- Fiber 1.48 g Low Source
- Sugar 1.6 g Low Source
- Added Sugar 0.0 g Low Source
- Calcium 314.73 mg Good Source
- Iron 0.91 mg Low Source
- Potassium 383.14 mg Low Source
- Vitamin A 0.99 mcg_rae Low Source
- Vitamin C 17.31 mg Moderate
- Vitamin D 0.27 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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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.
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