Awesome Sweet Potato Gratin

AWESOME SWEET POTATO GRATIN
1 T. butter, softened
1 1/3 c. heavy whipping cream
2 T. minced garlic
1 T. fresh thyme
3 ½ t. kosher salt, divided
1 ¼ t. black pepper, divided
¼ t. ground nutmeg
2 ¾ lbs. sweet potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced
½ c. grated fresh Parmesan cheese
Chopped fresh parsley, garnish
1. Preheat oven 325. Spread butter into shallow 11” round baking dish.
2. In medium saucepan, bring cream, garlic, thyme, 2 t. salt, 1 t. pepper and nutmeg to boil over medium heat.
3. Reduce heat to low, simmer for about 12-15 minutes. Remove from heat.
4. In large bowl, toss together potatoes, remaining salt and pepper.
5. Layer potatoes into baking dish.
6. Pour cream mixture all over potatoes.
7. Cover tightly with foil.
8. Bake until tender, about 45 minutes.
9. Remove foil, sprinkle with cheese.
10. Increase temp to 400.
11. Bake until topping is lightly browned, about 10 minutes.
12. Let stand for 10 minutes before serving
13. Garnish with parsley.