APPLESAUCE SWEET POTATOES

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During the holidays, using a slow cooker not only frees up oven space, but time, too! Sweet potatoes are a must on our family menu, and this no-fuss version will have everyone thinking you spent hours in the kitchen. -Pamela Allen, Marysville, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 4h15m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

3 pounds sweet potatoes (about 5 medium), peeled and sliced
1-1/2 cups unsweetened applesauce
2/3 cup packed brown sugar
3 tablespoons butter, melted
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 cup glazed pecans, chopped, optional

Steps:

Place sweet potatoes in a 4-qt. slow cooker. In a small bowl, mix applesauce, brown sugar, melted butter and cinnamon; pour over potatoes., Cook, covered, on low 4-5 hours or until potatoes are tender. If desired, sprinkle with pecans before serving. Serve with a slotted spoon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 303 calories, Fat 5g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 11mg cholesterol, Sodium 57mg sodium, Carbohydrate 65g carbohydrate (39g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 3g protein.