SWEET POTATOES WITH TOASTED PECANS
Toasted pecans and sticky-sweet marshmallows top creamy whipped sweet potatoes.
Provided by BHG Test Kitchen
Time P1DT2h22m
Number Of Ingredients 10
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
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
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
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
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
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
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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