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Close-up of Cheesy Root Vegetable Gratin featuring layers of sliced potatoes, carrots, and parsnips topped with melted cheddar cheese.

Cheesy Root Vegetable Gratin | Spoon Fork Bacon

A deliciously cheesy and hearty dish featuring layered root vegetables baked to perfection.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Vegetables
  • 2 cups sliced potatoes
  • 2 cups sliced carrots
  • 2 cups sliced parsnips
Dairy
  • 1 cup grated cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon thyme
  • to taste salt and pepper
Others
  • for greasing butter

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a baking dish with butter.
  2. Layer sliced potatoes, carrots, and parsnips in the dish.
  3. Mix heavy cream, garlic, thyme, salt, and pepper; pour over vegetables.
  4. Sprinkle cheddar cheese on top, cover with foil, and bake 40 minutes.
  5. Remove foil, bake 15-20 minutes until bubbly and golden. Cool briefly before serving.

Notes

For extra flavor, add a sprinkle of fresh herbs before serving.