Checkerboard Potatoes

Alternating slices of sweet and white potatoes, baked in cream, butter, and a touch of cinnamon are a wonderful taste surprise. This dish was served by friends after my aunt's funeral. I've made it for several special occasions and it never fails to be a hit. It is rich, but oh so delicious.

• Preparation Time: 30 mins
• Cooking Time: 60 mins
• Total Time: 1 hr 30 mins
• Calories: 375 Calories

Ingredients

• ½ cup unsalted butter
• salt to taste
• 1 cup heavy cream
• ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon, or to taste
• 3 (8 ounce) sweet potatoes, cut into 1/4 inch slices
• 3 large red potatoes, cut into 1/4 inch slices

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).

Step 2

In a 9x13 inch baking dish, alternate the sweet potato and red potato slices in overlapping rows to create a checkerboard effect. Pour the cream evenly over the potatoes. Dot with pieces of butter, and sprinkle with cinnamon.

Step 3

Bake uncovered for 1 hour in the preheated oven, or until the potatoes are fork tender, and slightly brown around the edges. Remove from the oven and let stand for 15 minutes before serving.