Simply Sweet Potatoes

SWEET POTATO GRATIN

Makes 6 to 8 servings

2 teaspoons unsalted butter, softened
1⅓ cups heavy whipping cream
3 cloves garlic, crushed
1 tablespoon fresh thyme
3½ teaspoons kosher salt, divided
1¼ teaspoons ground black pepper, divided
⅛ teaspoon ground nutmeg
2¾ pounds sweet potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced
½ cup grated fresh Parmesan cheese
Garnish: chopped fresh parsley

1. Preheat oven to 325°. Spread butter into a shallow 11-inch round baking dish.

2. In a medium saucepan, bring cream, garlic, thyme, 2 teaspoons salt, 1 teaspoon pepper, and nutmeg to a boil over medium heat. Reduce heat to low; simmer until garlic is tender, about 15 minutes. Remove from heat.

In a large bowl, toss together sweet potatoes, remaining 1½ teaspoons salt, and remaining ¼ teaspoon pepper. Layer sweet potatoes in prepared pan.