Best Apricot Glazed Sweet Potato Bake Recipes

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APRICOT-GLAZED SWEET POTATO BAKE



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This makes a great side dish to turkey or ham, its really delicious! Adjust all ingredients to taste.

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Yam/Sweet Potato

Time 40m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 lbs sweet potatoes, cooked, peeled and cut up into large chunks
1 cup packed brown sugar
5 teaspoons cornstarch
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1 cup apricot nectar or 1 cup apricot preserves
1/2 cup hot water
2 teaspoons orange zest
3 tablespoons butter
black pepper
3/4 cup chopped pecans

Steps:

  • Set oven to 350 degree.
  • Butter a 13 x 9-inch baking dish.
  • Place potatoes in prepared dish, and set aside.
  • In a saucepan, combine brown sugar, cornstarch, salt and cinnamon; stir in apricot nectar (or preserves) water and orange peel; bring to a boil, stirring constantly, cook, and stir for 2 minutes more.
  • Remove from heat; stir in butter and pecans.
  • Pour over sweet potatoes.
  • Season with black pepper.
  • Bake, uncovered for 20-25 minutes or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 767.3, Fat 23.6, SaturatedFat 6.8, Cholesterol 22.9, Sodium 418.3, Carbohydrate 137.4, Fiber 12.8, Sugar 76.6, Protein 7.6

APRICOT SWEET POTATO CASSEROLE



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This recipe came from a neighbor when I requested recipies for a cookbook our local history group was getting together. It has been a favorite of my family and many others that read it in our self published cookbook " The Main Menu of Memories". If you use fresh potatoes, they should be cooked first to al dente stage.

Provided by Gramma Peg

Categories     Low Protein

Time 40m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 (18 ounce) can sweet potatoes
1 cup brown sugar
1 1/2 tablespoons cornstarch
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
1 (5 1/2 ounce) can apricot nectar
1/3 cup water
2 tablespoons margarine
12 apricots, quartered (may be fresh, dried or canned)
1/2 cup pecan halves (or big pieces)

Steps:

  • Grease a 1 to 1 1/2 quart baking dish.
  • Arrange sweet potatoes in single layer.
  • Mix sugar, cornstarch, salt and cinnamon in a 1 quart saucepan.
  • Stir in apricot nectar and 1/3 cup water.
  • Cook and stir on high heat until the mixture comes to a boil.
  • Remove from heat and add margarine and apricots.
  • Pour evenly over potatoes.
  • Sprinkle with pecans.
  • Bake uncovered at 375 degrees for 25 to 30 minutes.
  • The casserole will be hot and bubbly.

ORANGE-GLAZED SWEET POTATOES



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Sweet potatoes are such a nutritious vegetable and this recipe makes it absolutely delicious. The topping makes it irresistible.-American Dairy Assoc, Stacy Duffy, Chicago, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 55m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

4 medium sweet potatoes (2 to 2-1/4 pounds), peeled and cut into 1/4-inch slices
1/2 cup orange juice
6 tablespoons butter
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 cup maple syrup or honey
1 tablespoon grated orange zest
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
TOPPING:
1/3 cup old-fashioned oats
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 tablespoons cold butter
1/4 cup chopped pecans

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan over medium heat, cook sweet potatoes in boiling water until tender but still hold their shape, about 5 minutes; drain. Arrange in a buttered 2-qt. baking dish so slices overlap slightly. , In a saucepan, combine juice, butter, sugar, syrup, zest and spices; bring to a boil over high heat, stirring occasionally. Reduce heat to medium; cook until thickened, about 5 minutes. Drizzle over potatoes., In a small bowl, combine oats, sugar and cinnamon. Cut in butter until crumbly. Stir in pecans. Sprinkle over potatoes. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts :

SWEET POTATOES (YAMS ) WITH APRICOTS



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From the San Antonio, TX, Junior League cookbook called "Flavors" posted by Mrs. Sallie Riester. It sounds like an easy recipe since it uses canned yams and apricots. The note by the chef stated: To double the recipe you need only 1 1/2 of the sauce to twice the amount of potatoes, apricots and pecans. This is Mrs. Riester's Mom's recipe.

Provided by Oolala

Categories     Yam/Sweet Potato

Time 30m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (16 ounce) can yams, drained
1 (16 ounce) can apricots, pitted, drain reserving 1/2 cup juice
1/4 cup pecan halves
1 1/4 cups brown sugar
1 1/2 tablespoons cornstarch
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 cup butter
1/8 teaspoon cinnamon
1 teaspoon orange peel, grated

Steps:

  • Layer sweet potatoes and apricots in casserole dish.
  • Sprinkle with pecan halves.
  • In a saucepan, combine remaining ingredients, including the apricot juice, bring to a boil, and continue to cook for 2 minutes, stirring constantly.
  • Pour sauce over casserole and bake at 375 degrees F. for 25 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 369.1, Fat 7.2, SaturatedFat 2.7, Cholesterol 10.2, Sodium 149.8, Carbohydrate 76.7, Fiber 5.1, Sugar 51.7, Protein 2.6

BAKED SWEET POTATOES WITH APRICOTS AND PRUNES



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In this dish sweet potatoes are combined with dried fruit and cooked in sweet honey and orange sauce.

Provided by morgainegeiser

Categories     Yam/Sweet Potato

Time 55m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 large sweet potatoes, peeled, cut half lengthwise, then sliced into 1/2 inch slices
2/3 cup dried apricot, cut into quarters
2/3 cup prune, cut quarters
1/2 cup orange juice
1/4 cup honey
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon vegetable oil
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/16 teaspoon ground cloves

Steps:

  • Preheat over to 400 degrees.
  • Lightly oil an 8 inch square baking pan or spray with nonstick cooking spray.
  • Place sweet potatoes in prepared pan and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Bake uncovered , until just tender, stirring several times, about 30 minutes.
  • While sweet potatoes are baking, place apricots and prunes in a small heatproof bowl and cover with boiling water. Let stand for 30 minutes. Drain.
  • In a small saucepan, combine remaining ingredients. Bring to a boil over medium heat. Pour over sweet potatoes and add apricots and prunes, Mix well.
  • Return to over and bake uncovered, stirring 5 minutes for 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 177.5, Fat 1, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 26.6, Carbohydrate 44, Fiber 3.9, Sugar 30.1, Protein 1.8

SWEET POTATO-APRICOT CASSEROLE



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Provided by Nancy Arum

Categories     casseroles, side dish

Time 1h15m

Yield 10 to 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 pound dry apricots
1 cup water
3/4 cup sugar
2 pounds yams
1 lemon, sliced thinly
1/2 cup brown sugar
1 stick butter
2 tablespoons apricot brandy
1/2 cup pecans or walnuts, chopped coarsely

Steps:

  • Combine apricots, water and sugar and cook until soft, about 20 minutes. Drain and reserve liquid in a saucepan.
  • Peel, slice and cook yams in water until tender, about 15 minutes.
  • Grease casserole. Alternate layers of sliced yams, apricots and lemon slices in casserole.
  • Add brown sugar, butter and apricot brandy to the saucepan with apricot liquid and heat until butter is melted. Pour over casserole.
  • Bake at 350 degrees for 20 to 30 minutes.
  • Sprinkle nuts over casserole 10 minutes before removing from oven.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 274, UnsaturatedFat 5 grams, Carbohydrate 43 grams, Fat 11 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 2 grams, SaturatedFat 5 grams, Sodium 11 milligrams, Sugar 21 grams, TransFat 0 grams

APRICOT-GLAZED SWEET POTATOES



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To save time in the kitchen around the holidays, cook, peel and refrigerate the sweet potatoes a day in advance. The next day, complete the recipe as directed. Sweet potatoes are one of those southern vegetables that we can't live without. Like okra, turnip greens, mustard greens and corn, Louisiana is big on the Sweet Potato....

Provided by Tammy Raynes

Categories     Vegetables

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 lb sweet potatoes, cooked, peeled and cut up
1 c packed brown sugar
5 tsp cornstarch
1/4 tsp salt
1/8 tsp ground cinnamon
1 c apricot nectar
1/2 c hot water
2 tsp grated orange peel
2 tsp butter or margarine
1/2 c chopped pecans

Steps:

  • 1. Place sweet potatoes in a greased 13"x9"x2" baking dish and set aside.
  • 2. In a saucepan, combine brown sugar, cornstarch, salt and cinnamon; stir in apricot nectar, water and orange peel. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly. Cook and stir for 2 minutes more. Remove from the heat; stir in butter and pecans.
  • 3. Pour over sweet potatoes. Bake, uncovered, at 350 degrees for 20-25 minutes or until heated through.

APRICOT MASHED SWEET POTATOES



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These make a wonderful fall dish with a fruity twist. The apricot and sweet potato flavors really go well with each other.

Provided by Miss Annie

Categories     Fruit

Time 30m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 1/2 lbs sweet potatoes, peeled and cut in 1/2 inch dice
1/4 cup apricot preserves
2 tablespoons butter or 2 tablespoons margarine, softened
3/4 teaspoon grated orange rind
1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/3 cup milk or 1/3 cup cream
salt and pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Place the sweet potatoes in a large pot; add cold water to cover by about 1 inch.
  • Cover and bring to a boil; reduce the heat and boil gently until the potatoes are tender, about 15 minutes.
  • Drain and return the potatoes to the pot.
  • Add the remaining ingredients, except preserves, and mash with a potato masher until smooth.
  • Add apricot preserves, and stir potatoes well.
  • Taste and adjust seasonings.
  • If the potatoes seem dry, add a little more milk.

APRICOT-PECAN SWEET POTATOES



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This is a wonderful sweet potato recipe with a little bit of preparation. You can use orange juice in place of the apricot nectar, which can be a little hard to find -- but the result is different and really makes the sweet potato pop! This is a recipe my Aunt Birdie gave me about ten years ago

Provided by melly

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Sweet Potatoes

Time 1h5m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 pounds sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks
1 cup packed brown sugar
5 teaspoons cornstarch
¼ teaspoon salt
⅛ teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 cup apricot nectar
½ cup hot water
2 teaspoons grated orange peel
2 tablespoons butter
½ cup chopped pecans

Steps:

  • Place the sweet potatoes into a large pot and cover with water. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until tender, about 20 minutes. Drain and allow to steam dry for a minute or two.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  • Mix together brown sugar, cornstarch, salt, cinnamon, apricot nectar, water, and orange peel in a saucepan; bring to a boil over medium heat. Reduce heat to medium-low, and cook for 2 minutes, stirring constantly. When the sauce is thick, stir in the butter and pecans. Place the sweet potato chunks into the prepared baking dish, and pour the sauce over to coat all the potatoes.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until tender and bubbling, 25 to 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 347.9 calories, Carbohydrate 68.4 g, Cholesterol 7.6 mg, Fat 7.9 g, Fiber 6 g, Protein 3.5 g, SaturatedFat 2.3 g, Sodium 196 mg, Sugar 38.4 g

GLAZED SWEET POTATOES



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Fresh sweet potatoes Mom grew disappeared fast at our family table when she served them with this easy, flavorful glaze. She still makes them this way, and now her sweet potato recipe has become a favorite with the grandchildren as well! -Rosemary Pryor, Pasadena, Maryland

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 1h

Yield 5 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 pounds sweet potatoes or 2 cans (15-3/4 ounces each) sweet potatoes, drained
1/4 cup butter, cubed
1/4 cup maple syrup
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Steps:

  • If using fresh sweet potatoes, place in a large saucepan or Dutch oven; cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and cook 25-40 minutes or until tender. Drain; cool slightly and peel. Cut into chunks., Preheat oven to 350°. Place sweet potatoes in a 2-qt. baking dish. In a small saucepan, combine butter, syrup, brown sugar and cinnamon; bring to a boil, stirring constantly. Pour over potatoes. , Bake, uncovered, 30-40 minutes or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 352 calories, Fat 9g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 24mg cholesterol, Sodium 96mg sodium, Carbohydrate 66g carbohydrate (39g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

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Apricot glazed sweet potato bake recipes are a delicious way to incorporate sweet potatoes into your holiday or everyday meals. This dish is perfect for those who love sweet and savory flavors. The dish is a blend of the natural sweetness of the potatoes, apricots, and brown sugar. The buttery, nutty flavor of the pecans complements the dish, creating a taste sensation that's sure to please.

The Versatility of Sweet Potato Bake Recipes

Sweet potato bake recipes offer endless possibilities. Whether you prefer a savory or sweet flavor profile, you can customize this dish to your liking. Many variations of this recipe include ingredients such as:
Marshmallows:
In the southern United States, adding marshmallows to sweet potato bake is a popular way to make the dish even sweeter, creamier, and more decadent. The mixture of the caramelized brown sugar, butter, and marshmallows on top of the sweet potatoes creates a combination of flavors that is to die for.
Spices:
Sweet potato bake recipes often include spices such as cinnamon, nutmeg, or allspice, which add a warm, cozy flavor to the dish. These spices give the dish an extra touch of fall or winter, making it a perfect option for holiday dinners or cozy gatherings.
Meat:
Meat is another ingredient that can be included in sweet potato bake recipes. Bacon, for instance, complements the sweet flavor of the potatoes with its salty and savory taste. Ham and chicken are also common additions.

Health Benefits of Sweet Potato Bake Recipes

Sweet potatoes are an excellent source of nutrition. They are rich in fiber, vitamins, and minerals that promote good health. Some of the benefits of sweet potatoes are:
Rich in Beta Carotene:
Sweet potatoes are rich in beta carotene, a powerful antioxidant that protects the body against cancer, heart disease, and aging. Beta carotene also improves eye health and strengthens the immune system.
High in Vitamin C:
Sweet potatoes are an excellent source of vitamin C, which helps boost the immune system and prevents colds and flu. Vitamin C also promotes wound healing and supports healthy skin.
Low in Calories:
Sweet potatoes are a low-calorie food that can help maintain a healthy weight. They are also low in fat and sodium, making them an ideal food for those with high blood pressure or high cholesterol.

Conclusion

Apricot glazed sweet potato bake recipes offer a delicious way to incorporate sweet potatoes into your meals. This dish is versatile and can be customized to your preferences, making it an ideal recipe for holidays, potlucks, or get-togethers. Sweet potatoes are a nutritious food that provides numerous health benefits, including beta-carotene, vitamin C, fiber, and low-calorie content. Whether you prefer a sweet or savory flavor, this recipe will satisfy your cravings and impress your guests. Give it a try and enjoy the delicious taste of apricot glazed sweet potato bake!

Valuable Tips for Making Apricot Glazed Sweet Potato Bake Recipes

Sweet potato bakes are a classic Thanksgiving side dish that many people look forward to all year. However, if you're tired of the same old recipe, why not try something new and add an apricot glaze to your sweet potato bake? This delicious combination of sweet and savory flavors is sure to impress your dinner guests. Here are some valuable tips for making the perfect apricot glazed sweet potato bake recipe:
1. Choose the right sweet potatoes
The key to a successful sweet potato bake is choosing the right sweet potatoes. Look for sweet potatoes that are evenly sized and have a smooth texture. Avoid sweet potatoes that are misshapen or have soft spots. You should also consider the type of sweet potato you want to use. There are two main varieties: orange-fleshed and white-fleshed. Orange-fleshed sweet potatoes are sweeter and have a higher moisture content, while white-fleshed sweet potatoes are starchier and have a slightly nutty flavor.
2. Cut the sweet potatoes evenly
To ensure that the sweet potatoes cook evenly and look uniform, it's important to cut them into even slices or cubes. Slice the sweet potatoes about 1/4 inch thick or cube them into 1-inch pieces. Try to keep the size of each piece consistent so that they cook at the same rate.
3. Precook the sweet potatoes
Precooking the sweet potatoes before baking them in the oven can help ensure that they cook evenly and don't end up too mushy or undercooked. You can either boil the sweet potatoes in a pot of salted water for 10-12 minutes or bake them in the oven for 15-20 minutes at 350°F.
4. Use a good quality apricot jam
The key to a great apricot glaze is using a good quality apricot jam. Look for a jam that is made with real apricots and doesn't have any added preservatives or artificial flavors. You can also consider making your own apricot jam from scratch.
5. Add some spices
To give your sweet potato bake some extra flavor, consider adding some spices to the glaze. For example, you could add a pinch of cinnamon, nutmeg, or ginger. These warm spices will complement the sweetness of the apricot glaze and add a touch of holiday flavor to the dish.
6. Use a baking dish with high sides
When making a sweet potato bake, it's important to use a baking dish with high sides. This will help prevent any of the glaze from overflowing and making a mess in your oven. A 9x13 inch baking dish with 2-3 inch sides should be perfect for this recipe.
7. Cover the dish while baking
Covering the sweet potato bake with foil while it's baking in the oven can help the sweet potatoes cook evenly and retain their moisture. You should bake the sweet potato bake covered for the first 30-40 minutes and then remove the foil for the last 10-15 minutes to allow the glaze to caramelize and the sweet potatoes to brown slightly.
8. Let it cool before serving
Finally, it's important to let the sweet potato bake cool for 5-10 minutes before serving. This will allow the glaze to set and make it easier to slice into portions. You can also sprinkle some chopped fresh parsley or thyme over the top for a pop of color and flavor. In conclusion, making an apricot glazed sweet potato bake recipe requires a bit of preparation and attention to detail. However, by following these tips and taking your time, you can create a delicious side dish that will be the talk of the dinner table. Whether you're making it for Thanksgiving, Christmas or any other special occasion, this recipe is sure to please.

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