Baked Leek and Sweet Potato Gratin
Sauteed leeks add a milder, sweeter flavor than onions to this hearty sweet potato dish that can be served with a salad as a light main course.
Ingredients
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3 medium leeks, white and light green parts chopped (6 cups)
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1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
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3 cloves garlic, minced (1 tablespoon)
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3 tablespoons chopped fresh rosemary, divided
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2 medium sweet potatoes (2 pounds), peeled and cut into 1/8-inch-thick slices
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1/3 cup low-sodium vegetable broth
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3 tablespoons Italian seasoned dry breadcrumbs
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2 tablespoons finely grated Romano cheese, optional
Directions
1.
Preheat oven to 450 degrees F. Coat 10-inch round pan with cooking spray.
2.
Heat 1 tablespoon oil in nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add leeks, garlic, and 1 1/2 tablespoons rosemary; saute 8 minutes, or until softened. Season with salt and pepper, if desired.
3.
Arrange one-third sweet potato slices over bottom of prepared pan, overlapping slightly. Spread half of leek mixture on top. Arrange another one-third sweet potato slices over leeks; top with remaining leeks, followed by remaining sweet potatoes. Drizzle broth over dish. Cover pan with foil, and bake 35 minutes.
4.
Stir together breadcrumbs, remaining 1 1/2 teaspoons oil, remaining 1 1/2 tablespoons rosemary, and Romano cheese, if desired, in small bowl. Remove foil from gratin, and sprinkle with breadcrumb mixture. Bake, uncovered, 15 minutes, or until breadcrumbs are browned and crisp. Let gratin cool slightly before cutting into 8 wedges and serving.
Nutrition information
Calories 143, Total Fat 3 g, Saturated Fat 3 g, Sodium 402 mg, Carbohydrate 28 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 3 g, Sugars 8 g.
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet
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