Entertaining The Best Sweet Potato Casserole of the Season Try an indulgently cheesy spin on sweet potato casserole that will keep you coming back for more. By Rai Mincey Rai Mincey Rai Mincey is a former editor at Allrecipes and a writer, photographer, and tastemaker with six years of experience in recipe development and food styling. Allrecipes' editorial guidelines Published on November 8, 2021 When it comes to holiday spreads, side dishes always seem to steal the show. Turn a treasured classic into the ultimate indulgence with a sweet potato gratin that boasts loads of Gruyere cheese, fresh herbs, and rich buttery flavor. Nicole McLaughlin shares her method of perfecting the best sweet potato recipe of the season. A New Approach Sweet potatoes are the deliciously official trademark of a true Thanksgiving dinner. No matter how you slice it, holiday guests expect a mouthwatering sweet potato side dish every year. Try a savory, herb-infused approach over the standard marshmallow-topped version and really wow the crowd. "Sweet potatoes are super cheap at the grocery store this time of year," says McLaughlin. "And they have a naturally simple and sweet flavor, so it's easy to make something amazing." Use a chef's knife or mandoline to create thin but sturdy slices. lutzflcat Get the recipe: Sweet Potato Gratin Each enticing layer is held together with a velvety cheese sauce. A fragrant blend of heavy cream, butter, and minced garlic meets fresh herbs and Gruyere for an unforgettable flavor. "Gruyere adds a nutty, super buttery goodness," shares Nicole. "I love to grate my cheese with the grater on its side to cut down on mess." Layer It Up Use a 9x13 casserole dish for easy serving and cleanup. Bed Bath & Beyond's Our Table Stoneware Baker is the perfect size for holiday gatherings. Place the sweet potatoes down in a shingle-like fashion for even cooking and for a beautiful finished product. "This is a really easy dish, so we're going to make it look over the top and elegant," admits McLaughlin. "It's all about impressing our guests." Our Table™ 2-Piece Stoneware Rectangular Bakers Set Our Table™ 2-Piece Stoneware Rectangular Bakers Set Our Table™ Maddox Satin Serving Spoon Our Table™ Maddox Satin Serving Spoon Top the sweet potatoes with half of the shredded cheese, then pour the cream sauce evenly throughout the dish. Repeat the potato and cheese layers before placing the casserole in a preheated 400 oven. After 30-45 minutes, you'll have a shamelessly creamy and satisfying sweet potato gratin that will make you "the hit of the party," according to Nicole. "I'm sorry — we might have taken the spotlight away from the turkey." More Inspiration: The Details: A Look at Little Touches That Make a Big Statement On Your Holiday Table Rave-Worthy Mashed Potato Recipes for Thanksgiving Holiday China Patterns That You'll Love Year After Year Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit