Asian Pear and Sweet Potato Gratin

In this adaptation, Asian pears and sweet potato slices are tossed together in extra virgin olive oil and melted butter, then seasoned with rosemary, nutmeg and cinnamon before a turn in the oven that melds flavors. https://www.themediterraneandish.com/pear-and-sweet-potato-gratin/

4 servings

Ingredients

• 2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and sliced into 1/4-inch-thick-rounds
• 1 Asian pear, cored and sliced into 1/4-inch-thick-rounds
• 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 1 tablespoon melted butter
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary
• 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• Salt
• Freshly ground black pepper
• 2 ounces crumbled Gorgonzola cheese
• ¹⁄₃ cup chopped toasted walnuts or pecans
• ¹⁄₃ cup raisins or dried cranberries

Directions

1. Heat the oven to 350 degrees.
2. In small bowl, stir together the olive oil, melted butter, lemon juice, rosemary, nutmeg, cinnamon, salt, and pepper.
3. In a large bowl, combine the sweet potato and pear slices. Toss gently with dressing, then arrange the seasoned potato and pear slices in a gratin dish or large cast iron skillet.
4. Bake for 45 minutes, or until potatoes are just fork-tender. Remove from oven and while still hot, add crumbled cheese, walnuts, and raisins or cranberries.

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