Potatoes In Orange Shells Recipe

Name: Potatoes In Orange Shells
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 large sweet potatoes or yams (about 6 lb.); boiling water; 2 tsp. salt; 4 Tbsp. light brown sugar; 2 tsp. grated orange peel; 1/4 c. orange juice; 1/4 c. butter or margarine; 1/2 tsp. nutmeg; 2 c. white sugar; 12 oranges; 2 Tbsp. vanilla; 1 pkg. marshmallows

Servings: persons

8 large sweet potatoes or yams (about 6 lb.)
boiling water
2 tsp. salt
4 Tbsp. light brown sugar
2 tsp. grated orange peel
1/4 c. orange juice
1/4 c. butter or margarine
1/2 tsp. nutmeg
2 c. white sugar
12 oranges
2 Tbsp. vanilla
1 pkg. marshmallows

1
Wash yams.
2
Place in large saucepan.
3
Cover with boiling water. Add 1 teaspoon salt.
4
Bring to boiling; reduce heat and simmer, covered, 35 to 40 minutes or until tender.
5
Drain potatoes; let cool.
6
Peel.
7
Meanwhile, preheat oven to 350u00b0.
8
Remove pulp from oranges (could use a grapefruit knife).
9
To potatoes, add sugars, orange peel, orange juice, margarine, nutmeg and vanilla.
10
Pile in orange halves.
11
(For a decorative touch you might cut a zigzag design in top edge of orange shell with kitchen scissors.)
12
Pile in orange halves.
13
Warm potatoes in oven.
14
Put a marshmallow on each orange half and heat until brown.

972

kcal

Calories

Fat

214

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 large sweet potatoes or yams (about 6 lb.), boiling water, 2 tsp. salt, 4 Tbsp. light brown sugar, and more.

Yes, Potatoes In Orange Shells 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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Potatoes In Orange Shells

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