CRANBERRY STREUSEL SWEET POTATOES

Cranberry Streusel Sweet Potatoes image

Dotted with crimson cranberries, the streusel topping adds a crunchy touch to mashed sweet potatoes. All the sweetness comes from either the potatoes or cranberries, because no sugar is added.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Time 1h15m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

6 medium sweet potatoes, peeled
2 tablespoons butter or margarine
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup soft bread crumbs (1 slice)
1/4 cup dried cranberries
1/4 cup coarsely chopped pecans
2 tablespoons butter or margarine, melted

Steps:

Place sweet potatoes in 3-quart saucepan; add enough water to cover. Cover and heat to boiling; reduce heat. Simmer covered 20 to 25 minutes or until tender; drain. Shake potatoes in saucepan over low heat to dry.
Heat oven to 350°F. Mash potatoes with 2 tablespoons butter and the salt until no lumps remain. Spoon into ungreased 1-quart casserole. Mix remaining ingredients; sprinkle over potatoes.
Bake uncovered about 30 minutes or until heated through and streusel mixture is golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 265, Carbohydrate 44 g, Cholesterol 20 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 5 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 290 mg