Apple and pecan stuffed /baked sweet potatoes

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   prep time 45 mins, bake approx 1 and 1/2 hours total plus cooling

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   scrub and pierce potatoes with a fork.

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   place in foil lined 15 X10 by 1inch baking pan.

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   bake at 400degrees for 45~60 minutes or until tender

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   when cool, cut a thin slice from top of each potato; discard.

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   scoop out pulp, leaving 1/4 inch thick shells; transfer to a large bowl.

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   mash with butter, brown sugar and orange peel.

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   fold in apple and pecans.

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   ( if desired and you wish, you could add a little more brown sugar or butter to taste: I did, just a bit)

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    spoon into potatoes shells.

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    return to baking pan.

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    bake 15~20 mins longer or until heated through.

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    if you choose to top with shredded cheese , or marshmallows, you could add it during the last step to melt :-)

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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