MAPLE PECAN-GLAZED SWEET POTATOES

Maple Pecan-Glazed Sweet Potatoes image

Looking for a delicious side dish idea? Then check out this maple and pecan glazed sweet potato recipe.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Time 25m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

1 cup apple juice
4 teaspoons cornstarch
1/2 cup maple-flavored syrup
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1 tablespoon margarine
1/8 teaspoon salt
2 lb. sweet potatoes (about 3 large), peeled, cut into 3/4-inch cubes (about 5 cups)
2 tablespoons chopped pecans

Steps:

In small bowl, combine 2 tablespoons of the apple juice and cornstarch; mix well. Set aside.
In large nonstick skillet or Dutch oven, combine remaining apple juice, syrup, cinnamon, margarine and salt; mix well. Bring to a boil. Add potatoes; stir to coat well. Return to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer 8 to 10 minutes or just until potatoes are tender.
Stir cornstarch mixture into potato mixture; cook and stir over medium-high heat until bubbly and thickened. Spoon into serving bowl. Sprinkle with pecans.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 120, Carbohydrate 22 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 3 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 95 mg, Sugar 6 g, TransFat 0 g