HAM, APPLE AND SWEET POTATO CASSEROLE

Ham, Apple and Sweet Potato Casserole image

Provided by Tammy Raynes

Time 1h10m

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/2" thick slices
2 large cooking apples (jonathan's or winesap)
1 boneless ham steak (2 pounds) cut into 1/2" cubes
1 large yellow onion, sliced and separated into rings
1/2 c apple cider or apple juice
3 Tbsp butter, melted
2 Tbsp light brown sugar
2 Tbsp maple syrup
2 Tbsp fresh lemon juice
1/4 c golden raisins
1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
1/2 tsp ground allspice
3/4 c crushed corn flakes
3 Tbsp butter, melted
1/2 tsp sweep paprika

Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Lightly butter a shallow 3 quart casserole and set aside.
2. In a medium saucepan, combine sweet potatoes with water to cover. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce heat, partially cover, and simmer for 10 minutes, just until tender. Drain well and set aside.
3. Core apples (do not peel) and slice crosswise into 1/2" slices. Arrange sweet potatoes over bottom of prepared casserole. Cover with apple slices. Evenly distribute ham pieces and onion over apples.
4. In a small bowl, mix cider, melted butter, brown sugar, maple syrup, lemon juice, raisins, cinnamon, and allspice. Spoon mixture evenly over casserole.
5. TO MAKE TOPPING: In a small bowl, combine cornflakes, melted butter, and paprika. Sprinkle evenly over top of casserole. Bake, uncovered, for 40 to 50 minutes, until top is crispy. Serve right away.