Name: Sweet Potato and Turnip Gratin
Yield: Makes 10 to 12 servings
Ingredients: 2 to 3 pounds white turnips, peeled and sliced 1/4 inch thick; 2 to 3 pounds sweet potatoes, peeled and sliced 1/4 inch thick; 1/4 pound (1 stick) unsalted butter; 1 to 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh tarragon leaves; Salt; Freshly ground black pepper; 1 cup grated imported Parmesan cheese; 1 cup bread crumbs; 2 cups heavy cream

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Sweet Potato and Turnip Gratin

This gratin is particularly welcomed on the holiday table by those who love sweet potatoes and hate marshmallows. The cream and butter make this so delicious your guests will lie in bed and remember it happily all year long. You only serve this kind of dish once in a very long while, so the caloric intake is moderated. If your meal has too many sweet potatoes, see the variation for turnip gratin.

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