APPLESAUCE-SWEET POTATO BAKE

Applesauce-Sweet Potato Bake image

Applesauce and nut topping provide a simple addition to this easy sweet potato casserole - perfect side for any meal.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Time 1h15m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

1 pound sweet potatoes or yams (about 3 medium)
1 cup applesauce
1/3 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 cup chopped nuts
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 tablespoons butter or margarine

Steps:

Place sweet potatoes in 3-quart saucepan; add enough water (salted if desired) to cover. Heat to boiling; reduce heat. Cover and simmer 30 to 35 minutes or until tender; drain. Remove skins; cut each sweet potato lengthwise in half.
Heat oven to 375°. Place sweet potatoes, cut sides up, in ungreased 2-quart casserole or square baking dish, 8x8x2 inches. Spread applesauce over sweet potatoes. Mix brown sugar, nuts and cinnamon; sprinkle over applesauce. Dot with butter. Cover and bake about 30 minutes or until hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 185, Carbohydrate 32 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 3 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 75 mg