Citrusy Sweet Potatoes Recipe

Name: Citrusy Sweet Potatoes
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 10 -12 large sweet potatoes; 4 tablespoons unsalted butter; 2 cups apple cider; ½ cup orange juice; 1 orange, zest of; ½ teaspoon cardamom; 2 teaspoons cinnamon (to taste); ½ cup brown sugar; 1 -2 cup chopped apple, of your choice (large chop); 1 cup raisins

Servings: persons

1
Preheat the oven to 400 degrees.
2
Place the sweet potatoes on a large baking sheet and bake until they are just tender.
3
They should be soft, but not mushy.
4
Set them aside to cool before peeling and slicing them.
5
To prepare the sauce, in a heavy saucepan, melt the butter.
6
Add the cider, orange juice, orange zest, spices and sugar.
7
Heat the mixture to steaming.
8
Add the apples and raisins.
9
Cook them gently in the liquid until the apples are tender and the juices are just slightly thickened and somewhat reduced.
10
Spray a 13 X 9 inch baking dish with non-stick spray.
11
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
12
Peel and slice the sweet potatoes into 1/2 inch rounds.
13
Place half of the potato slices in the bottom of the prepared dish.
14
Cover them with half the sauce.
15
Cover and bake until the potatoes are hot, about 45 minutes to one hour.
16
Remove the cover after 30 minutes.
17
If desired, baste the sweet potatoes with the sauce during baking.

527

kcal

Calories

Fat

106

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 10 -12 large sweet potatoes, 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, 2 cups apple cider, ½ cup orange juice, and more.

Yes, Citrusy Sweet Potatoes falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Citrusy Sweet Potatoes

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Variations & substitutions

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