European
Ireland - Vegetarian
Parsnip and Apple Gratin
Chef's Menu Description
Layered gratin of thinly sliced sweet Irish parsnips and tart Bramley cooking apples baked in thyme-infused double cream and topped with crisp breadcrumbs and Cheddar.
Ingredients
- • 500g parsnips, peeled and thinly sliced into 3mm rounds
- • 2 Bramley cooking apples, peeled, cored, and thinly sliced
- • 250ml double cream and 1 garlic clove (crushed)
- • 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves
- • 100g mature Irish Cheddar, grated
- • 30g fresh breadcrumbs, salt, and black pepper
Preparation Steps
1
Phase 1
In a buttered baking dish, alternate layers of sliced parsnips and Bramley apples, seasoning each layer with salt, pepper, and thyme.
2
Phase 2
Mix crushed garlic into double cream and pour evenly over the dish.
3
Phase 3
Scatter breadcrumbs and grated Cheddar on top.
4
Phase 4
Bake at 190°C for 40-45 minutes until parsnips are knife-tender and top is golden-brown and crispy.