Crunchy Potato-Parsnip Gratin: A Fabulous Side for Thanksgiving
Scrumptious Potato-Parsnip Casserole
Take your Thanksgiving table up a notch with this mouthwatering gratin recipe by Chef Charlie Palmer. He switches up the ordinary potato gratin by incorporating parsnips for a delightful sweet vanilla note and crispy breadcrumbs for added crunch. Here's how to recreate it at home:
What You'll Need:
- A good-quality mandoline for even slices (be cautious with your fingers!)
- Ingredients:
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon kosher salt
- Freshly ground black pepper
- Freshly ground nutmeg
- 1 pound parsnips
- 1 1/2 pounds russet potatoes
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter (1/2 stick), cut into small pieces, plus more for coating the baking dish
- 1 cup shredded Emmentaler cheese (about 2 to 3 ounces)
- 1 cup fresh breadcrumbs
Let's Get Cooking:
- Preheat the oven to 425°F and prepare a buttered 2-1/2-quart baking dish.
- Cook minced garlic in olive oil until softened but not browned. Add cream, salt, pepper, and nutmeg, and bring to a simmer. Remove from heat.
- Slice parsnips and potatoes into 1/8-inch-thick rounds and combine them in a large bowl.
- Layer half of the vegetable mixture in the prepared dish, followed by half of the butter, cheese, and cream mixture. Repeat the layering process and top with remaining cheese.
- Cover the dish with foil and bake until potatoes and parsnips are tender, approximately 35 to 40 minutes.
- Remove the foil, add the breadcrumbs, and bake uncovered until the top is golden brown, approximately 10 more minutes.
- Allow the gratin to rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Enjoy this outstanding side dish that will undoubtedly be a hit at your Thanksgiving gathering! For a shorter prep time, consider making the gratin up to step 5, refrigerating it, and baking it when you're ready to serve your holiday meal.
- When preparing Chef Charlie Palmer's Crunchy Potato-Parsnip Gratin recipe, ensure you have a mandoline for even slices, along with a list of uncategorized ingredients.
- The recipe includes a tablespoon of kosher salt, freshly ground black pepper, freshly ground nutmeg, and has instructions for creating a tasty gratin.
- Agree with Chef Palmer that incorporating parsnips and breadcrumbs adds a delightful sweet vanilla note and crispy crunch, respectively, to the gratin.
- By following the given recipe, you can enjoy this mouthwatering gratin as a fabulous side for Thanksgiving, or save time by preparing it up to step 5 and baking it later for your holiday meal.
