MY APPLESAUCE SWEET POTATO BAKE

My Applesauce Sweet Potato Bake image

Provided by Norma DeRemer

Time 1h15m

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 lb sweet potatoes or yams (about 3 medium) or 1 can (18 ounce) of vacuum-packed sweet patatoes, cut lenghwise in half.
1 c applesauce
1/3 c packed brown sugar
1/4 c chopped nuts
1/4 c dried canberries
1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
2 Tbsp butter or margarine

Steps:

1. Pre-heat oven to 375.
2. Place sweet potatoes in a 3 quart saucepan; add enough water to cover.
3. Heat to boiling; reduce heat and cover and simmer for 30 to 35 minutes. (or microwave potatoes wrapped in paper towels for 30 minutes or until tender)
4. Drain sweet potatoes and remove skins, cut each sweet potato linghwise in half.
5. Place sweet potatoes, cut side up in a ungreased 2 quart casserole or square baking dish, 8 X 8 X 2 inches.
6. Spread applesauce over sweet potatoes.
7. Mix brown sugar, nuts, cranberries and cinnamon and sprinkle over applesauce.
8. Dot with butter and cover and bake about 30 minutes or until hot.
9. For a shortcut: use one can (18 ounce) vacuum-packed sweet potatoes, cut lengthwise in half instead of fresh sweet potatoes.
10. Why not try different sprinkles: *Miniature marshmallows *Canned sliced peaches or pineapple *Toasted pecans or almonds *French-fried onion rings or crushed croutons