Sweet Potato Gratin

Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons butter 
• 1 onion, diced
• 2 teaspoons chopped garlic 
• 3 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme 
• 2 apples, chopped 
• 1 tablespoon maple syrup
• 1/4 cup chicken broth 
• 2 1/2 cups heavy cream 
• 1 egg
• 1/4 teaspoon fresh nutmeg
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder 
• 1/2 teaspoon onion powder 
• 4-6 cups 1/4 inch sliced sweet potato
• 2 1/2 cups shredded Apple Walnut Smoked
• 2 cups cooked bacon, chopped up
• 1 1/2 teaspoons salt, separated 
• 1 teaspoon pepper, separated 

Recipe

1. Preheat oven to 375. In a sauté pan over medium heat add butter until melted. Add onion, garlic, herbs, apples, maple syrup, chicken broth, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon pepper. Cook until translucent and liquid is reduced. Remove from heat and let cool slightly. 
2. In a bowl combine heavy cream, egg, and spices. Whisk until well combined. Set aside. 
3. In a buttered 8x10 oven safe dish layer sweet potatoes, onion mixture, cheese, bacon, and 1/2 cream mixture. Repeat one more time. Lightly smash down layers and add one last layer of sweet potatoes and any leftover cream. Sprinkle with remaining cheese and bacon. Bake 60-90 minutes or until potatoes are softened.