Cheesy Turnip and Potato Gratin

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Replacing turnips for some of the potatoes in this cheesy turnip and potato gratin not only reduces carbs but also adds another layer of flavor. I also use half-and-half instead of whipping cream to lighten things up.

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Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
50 mins
Additional Time:
10 mins
Total Time:
1 hr 20 mins
Servings:
8

Ingredients

  • 1 teaspoon unsalted butter, or as needed

  • 1 ½ pounds russet potatoes, peeled

  • 1 large turnip, peeled

  • 1 ½ teaspoons fresh thyme leaves, divided

  • salt and ground black pepper to taste

  • 2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese, divided

  • 1 cup half-and-half

Directions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Lightly butter a 9-inch gratin dish.

  2. Slice potatoes and turnip into 1/8-inch-thick slices using a mandoline.

  3. Layer 1/2 each potatoes and turnip in bottom of the prepared gratin dish. Sprinkle 1/2 thyme leaves over top; season with salt and black pepper. Top with 1 cup Monterey Jack cheese.

  4. Layer remaining 1/2 each potatoes and turnip on top of cheese layer. Sprinkle remaining 1/2 thyme leaves over top; season with salt and black pepper. Pour half-and-half evenly over top; cover with remaining 1 cup Monterey Jack cheese. Cover gratin dish.

  5. Bake in the preheated oven for 40 minutes. Uncover and continue baking until browned and bubbly, about 10 minutes more. Let sit 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

221 Calories
13g Fat
18g Carbs
10g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 8
Calories 221
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 13g 16%
Saturated Fat 8g 40%
Cholesterol 38mg 13%
Sodium 184mg 8%
Total Carbohydrate 18g 7%
Dietary Fiber 2g 8%
Total Sugars 2g
Protein 10g 19%
Vitamin C 22mg 25%
Calcium 260mg 20%
Iron 1mg 6%
Potassium 465mg 10%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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