Orange-Glazed Sweet Potatoes
TOTAL TIME: Prep: 25 min. Bake: 30 min.
YIELD: 8 servings.
Sweet potatoes are such a nutritious vegetable and this recipe makes it absolutely delicious. The topping makes it irresistible.—American Dairy Assoc, Stacy Duffy, Chicago, Illinois
Ingredients
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4 medium sweet potatoes (2 to 2-1/4 pounds), peeled and cut into 1/4-inch slices
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1/2 cup orange juice
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6 tablespoons butter
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1/4 cup packed brown sugar
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1/4 cup maple syrup or honey
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1 tablespoon grated orange zest
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1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
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1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
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TOPPING:
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1/3 cup old-fashioned oats
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1/4 cup packed brown sugar
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1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
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2 tablespoons cold butter
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1/4 cup chopped pecans
Directions
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1.
In a large saucepan over medium heat, cook sweet potatoes in boiling water until tender but still hold their shape, about 5 minutes; drain. Arrange in a buttered 2-qt. baking dish so slices overlap slightly.
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2.
In a saucepan, combine juice, butter, sugar, syrup, zest and spices; bring to a boil over high heat, stirring occasionally. Reduce heat to medium; cook until thickened, about 5 minutes. Drizzle over potatoes.
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3.
In a small bowl, combine oats, sugar and cinnamon. Cut in butter until crumbly. Stir in pecans. Sprinkle over potatoes. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 30 minutes.
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