HONEY-PINEAPPLE SWEET POTATOES

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Pineapple chunks add unexpected, yet delicious bursts of tartness to naturally sweet sweet potatoes. Add pecans, if you'd like, for another layer of flavor that people will love. -Paula Mayo, Feedings Hills, Massachusetts

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 45m

Yield 13 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

3 pounds sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 3/4-inch cubes
1 cup water
1 can (8 ounces) crushed pineapple
1 can (8 ounces) pineapple chunks, drained
1/4 cup honey
1/2 cup coarsely chopped pecans, optional

Steps:

Place sweet potatoes and water in a 2-qt. microwave-safe dish. Cover and microwave on high for 8-10 minutes or until potatoes are tender; drain. , Drain crushed pineapple, reserving juice. In a large bowl, combine the crushed pineapple, pineapple chunks and sweet potatoes. Transfer to a 2-1/2-qt. baking dish coated with cooking spray. In a small bowl, combine honey and reserved juice; pour over sweet potatoes. , Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 10 minutes. Stir; sprinkle with pecans if desired. Bake 15-20 minutes longer or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 105 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 7mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (17g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges