SPEEDY SWEET POTATOES

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"I discovered this yummy sweet potato recipe years ago," relates Beth Buhler, Lawrence, Kansas. "There's no need for lots of butter and sugar because the pineapple and marshmallows provide plenty of sweetness. It's a holiday favorite at our house," she shares.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 15m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

2 cans (15-3/4 ounces each) sweet potatoes, drained
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 can (8 ounces) crushed pineapple, drained
1/4 cup coarsely chopped pecans
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 cup miniature marshmallows, divided
Ground nutmeg

Steps:

In a 1-1/2-qt. microwave-safe dish, layer sweet potatoes, salt, pineapple, pecans, brown sugar and 1/2 cup marshmallows. Cover and microwave on high for 3 to 6 minutes or until bubbly around the edges. Top with the remaining marshmallows. , Microwave, uncovered, on high for 1-2 minutes or until marshmallows puff. Sprinkle with nutmeg.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 158 calories, Fat 4g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 235mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (22g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 1g protein.