Sweet Potato & Chestnut Gratin: A Festive Sunday Star
Welcome to SaporiSphere, where global flavors unite! Our Vegan Sweet Potato & Chestnut Gratin is a dazzling Sunday dinner centerpiece with a festive twist, perfect for Christmas. Enjoy it with steamed broccoli, flash-fried spring greens, and cranberry sauce—vegan style!
Vegan Sweet Potato & Chestnut Gratin Recipe:
Serves: 4
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 65 minutes
Ingredients
2 tbsp olive oil
900g sweet potatoes (or mix with firm potatoes), peeled, sliced 5mm thick
4 cloves garlic, crushed
250g chestnuts, grilled, shelled, chopped
300ml double cream (or 50/50 with milk)
1 red chili (optional), de-seeded, sliced
1/2 tsp dried rosemary
3 tsp lemon juice
1 cup grated mature cheese
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Preheat oven to 190°C/Gas Mark 5. Butter a large gratin dish.
In a bowl, toss sweet potatoes, chestnuts, garlic, oil, half the cream, rosemary, chili (if using), salt, and pepper until coated.
Layer the mixture in the dish until full.
Pour remaining cream over the top.
Cover with foil and bake for 35 minutes.
Remove foil, sprinkle with cheese, and bake uncovered for 30 minutes until crisp and brown.
Serve hot with cranberry sauce.
Quick Tip
Add a sprinkle of smoked paprika for extra depth!
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