Homemade Garlic Butter Sweet Potato Bake
Indulge in the comfort of Homemade Garlic Butter Sweet Potato Bake, a creamy and savory side dish that’s perfect for any occasion. This delightful bake features tender sweet potatoes enveloped in a rich garlic butter sauce, enhanced with fresh thyme and a sprinkle of parmesan cheese. Ideal for family dinners or festive gatherings, this dish combines simplicity with robust flavors that will leave your guests impressed.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 lbs sweet potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) butter
- 5 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 1/2 cups heavy cream
- 1 tsp cornstarch
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/3 cup grated fresh parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter and sauté the minced garlic until fragrant. Add heavy cream and cornstarch; stir until combined. Season with thyme, salt, and pepper.
- Slice sweet potatoes into even rounds (about 1/8-inch thick) and layer half in a baking dish. Pour half of the creamy sauce over them.
- Add the remaining sweet potato slices on top, followed by the rest of the sauce.
- Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes. Remove foil, sprinkle with parmesan cheese, and bake for an additional 10 minutes until golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 338
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 305mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 61mg