Best Sweet Potato And Toasted Pecan Grilled Cheese Recipes

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SWEET POTATOES WITH TOASTED PECANS



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Toasted pecans and sticky-sweet marshmallows top creamy whipped sweet potatoes.

Provided by BHG Test Kitchen

Time P1DT2h22m

Number Of Ingredients 10

4.5 pound sweet potatoes
2 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon kosher salt
0.5 cup butter
0.667 cup whipping cream
2 tablespoon pure maple syrup
0.25 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 teaspoon kosher salt
2 - 3 cup tiny marshmallows
0.25 cup pecan halves, toasted

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350 degrees F. Scrub potatoes and prick with a fork. Brush with olive oil. Sprinkle with 1 tablespoon salt. Place potatoes in a 15x10x1-inch baking pan. Roast, uncovered, for 30 to 40 minutes or until soft. Cool until easy to handle.
  • Halve potatoes; scoop out flesh and discard skin. Press through a fine mesh sieve. Transfer to a large bowl.
  • In a small saucepan combine butter and whipping cream; cook over medium heat until mixture comes to a simmer. Fold into the sweet potatoes along with the maple syrup, nutmeg and remaining 1 teaspoon salt. Transfer to a 2-quart baking dish.
  • Cover and chill up to 24 hours.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Bake chilled casserole, covered, for 55 minutes, stirring once. Increase oven temperature to 450 degrees F. Uncover and sprinkle marshmallows on potatoes. Bake, uncovered, 12 to 15 minutes or until marshmallows are golden brown. Sprinkle with toasted pecans. Serve immediately. Makes 8 (1/2-cup) servings plus leftovers

Nutrition Facts : Calories 255 kcal, Carbohydrate 30 g, Cholesterol 33 mg, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, Sodium 670 mg, Sugar 11 g, Fat 14 g, ServingSize 8 (1/2-cup) servings plus leftovers, UnsaturatedFat 6 g

MOM'S SWEET POTATO BAKE



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Mom loves sweet potatoes and fixed them often in this creamy, comforting baked sweet potato casserole. With its nutty topping, this side dish could almost serve as a dessert. It's a yummy treat! -Sandi Pichon, Memphis, Tennessee

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 55m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 cups cold mashed sweet potatoes (prepared without milk or butter)
1 cup sugar
3 large eggs
1/2 cup 2% milk
1/4 cup butter, softened
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
TOPPING:
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 cup chopped pecans
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons cold butter

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325°. In a large bowl, beat the sweet potatoes, sugar, eggs, milk, butter, salt and vanilla until smooth. Transfer to a greased 2-qt. baking dish. , In a small bowl, combine the brown sugar, pecans and flour; cut in butter until crumbly. Sprinkle over sweet potato mixture. Bake, uncovered, until a thermometer reads 160°, 45-50 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 417 calories, Fat 16g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 94mg cholesterol, Sodium 435mg sodium, Carbohydrate 65g carbohydrate (47g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

GRILLED SWEET POTATOES WITH GORGONZOLA SPREAD



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My husband first tried this recipe with plain potatoes. They were so yummy; we experimented with sweet potatoes. Dipped in Gorgonzola spread, they're irresistible. -Kristen Minello, Macomb, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 35m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 large sweet potatoes
1 cup (4 ounces) crumbled Gorgonzola cheese
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1 to 2 tablespoons lemon juice
3 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
Minced chives, optional

Steps:

  • Scrub and pierce sweet potatoes with a fork; place on a microwave-safe plate. Microwave, uncovered, on high just until tender, turning once, 6-8 minutes., Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine cheese, mayonnaise and lemon juice. Refrigerate until serving., Slice potatoes into 1/2-in.-thick rounds; brush both sides with oil. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Grill, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from heat on each side until browned, 4-5 minutes. Serve with spread. If desired, sprinkle with chives.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 362 calories, Fat 19g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 14mg cholesterol, Sodium 425mg sodium, Carbohydrate 42g carbohydrate (17g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

SWEET POTATO AND TOASTED PECAN GRILLED CHEESE



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Because sweet potatoes are a staple of most Thanksgiving tables, Chef Mauro felt it was important to make them part of a leftover sandwich. The combination of melted cheese, toasted pecans and mashed sweet potatoes creates a gooey treat that will quickly become a favorite holiday tradition.

Provided by Tara Parker-Pope

Categories     lunch, main course

Time 10m

Yield 4 sandwiches

Number Of Ingredients 7

8 slices country white bread
2 cups toasted pecans, crushed
Leftover mashed sweet potatoes
8 slices aged Swiss cheese
Leftover French fried onions from green bean casserole
Chili powder, to taste
4 tablespoons butter, softened

Steps:

  • Heat nonstick skillet over medium heat.
  • Layer on the bottom slice of bread one slice of Swiss cheese, a schmear of sweet potatoes, crispy onion, a tablespoon of crushed pecans, a couple pinches of chili powder and another slice of cheese. Place slice of bread on top.
  • Spread both sides of bread with softened butter and griddle each side slowly, until golden and insides are melted and gooey.

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