**Sweet Potato Makeover: A Medley of Sweet and Savory Delights**
Embark on a culinary journey with our tantalizing makeover of the classic sweet potato dish. This article presents a collection of innovative recipes that transform humble sweet potatoes into a symphony of flavors. From a savory twist with garlic and herbs to a sweet indulgence with maple and pecans, our recipes cater to diverse palates and preferences.
**Savory Sweet Potatoes with Garlic and Herbs:**
This recipe adds a savory touch to sweet potatoes with a medley of aromatic garlic, fragrant herbs, and a hint of lemon. Roasted to perfection, the potatoes emerge with a crispy exterior and tender, flavorful interior.
**Sweet Potato Casserole with Maple and Pecans:**
Experience the ultimate comfort food with our sweet potato casserole. Roasted sweet potatoes are mashed and combined with a blend of spices, creamy butter, and maple syrup, creating a velvety smooth filling. Topped with a crunchy pecan crumble, this casserole is a feast for both the eyes and taste buds.
**Sweet Potato Fries with Chipotle Aioli:**
Indulge in a healthier alternative to traditional French fries with our sweet potato fries. Cut into thick wedges, the fries are coated in a mix of spices and roasted until golden brown. Served with a zesty chipotle aioli dipping sauce, these fries pack a punch of flavor.
**Stuffed Sweet Potatoes with Black Beans and Corn:**
Transform sweet potatoes into hearty and wholesome main course bowls with this recipe. Roasted sweet potatoes are stuffed with a flavorful filling of black beans, corn, bell peppers, and a blend of spices. Topped with cheese and baked until bubbly, these stuffed sweet potatoes are a complete meal in one.
**Sweet Potato Brownies:**
Embark on a guilt-free indulgence with our sweet potato brownies. This unique dessert combines the goodness of sweet potatoes with rich cocoa powder and dark chocolate. The result is a fudgy, moist brownie with a hidden dose of vegetables.
Prepare to elevate your culinary skills and tantalize your taste buds with our makeover of sweet potato dishes. From savory to sweet, our recipes offer a versatile range of options to satisfy every craving.
SWEET POTATO PURéE WITH STREUSEL TOPPING
Provided by Rick Rodgers
Categories Bake Roast Thanksgiving Sweet Potato/Yam Fall
Yield Makes 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Position rack in center of oven and preheat to 400°F. Butter 9- by 13-inch baking dish or 2-quart casserole. Line rimmed baking sheet with aluminum foil.
- Pierce each potato with fork and transfer to baking sheet. Bake until tender, about 50 minutes. Cool until easy to handle.
- Meanwhile, make streusel: In medium bowl, combine flour, 3/4 cup brown sugar, and 1 stick butter. Rub mixture between fingertips until blended and crumbly. Set aside.
- Halve potatoes lengthwise and scoop out flesh into large bowl. Add remaining 1/3 cup brown sugar and 3/4 stick butter and mash with potato masher or, for a smoother purée, handheld electric mixer. Spread mixture in prepared dish and cool completely. (Streusel and purée can be made up to 2 days ahead and refrigerated, separately, covered.)
- Sprinkle streusel over potatoes. Bake until golden brown, about 40 minutes. Let stand 5 minutes before serving. (Completed dish can be prepared up to 1 day ahead and refrigerated, covered. Remove from refrigerator 1 hour before reheating and let come to room temperature. Bake, loosely covered with foil, until heated through, about 25 minutes.)
- Variation:
- Sweet potato purée with marshmallows: Omit streusel. Spread purée in baking dish, cover with foil, and bake until heated through, about 30 minutes. Sprinkle top with 3 cups miniature marshmallows and broil until marshmallows are lightly browned, about 1 minute. Serve immediately.
STREUSEL-PECAN SWEET POTATOES
A hint of spice and citrus make a buttery, streusel-topped sweet potato casserole extra special.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Side Dish
Time 45m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Heat oven to 350°F. In 2-quart casserole, mix half-and-half, boiling water and melted butter. Add 2 pouches potatoes and remaining potatoes ingredients; stir well.
- In small bowl, mix brown sugar and flour. With fork, cut in 2 tablespoons butter until crumbly. Stir in pecans; sprinkle over top.
- Bake uncovered 28 to 30 minutes or until topping is golden.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 270, Carbohydrate 29 g, Cholesterol 35 mg, Fat 3, Fiber 2 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 340 mg, Sugar 12 g, TransFat 0 g
SWEET POTATO CASSEROLE DESSERT
Fluffy sweet potatoes mixed with butter, sugar, and vanilla, and baked with a crunchy pecan streusel topping. This recipe was given to me by my brother-in-law.
Provided by Mary48
Categories Side Dish Casseroles Sweet Potato Casserole Recipes
Time 45m
Yield 16
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
- In a large bowl, mix together mashed sweet potatoes, 1/2 cup butter, milk, sugar, vanilla extract, and eggs. Spread sweet potato mixture into the prepared baking dish. In a small bowl, mix together brown sugar and flour. Cut in 1/3 cup butter until mixture is crumbly, then stir in pecans. Sprinkle pecan mixture over the sweet potatoes.
- Bake for 25 minutes in the preheated oven, or until golden brown.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 309.2 calories, Carbohydrate 41.9 g, Cholesterol 49.1 mg, Fat 15.3 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 3.2 g, SaturatedFat 6.8 g, Sodium 103.1 mg, Sugar 30.1 g
STREUSEL SWEET POTATOES
"When I was visiting my husband's family in North Carolina, I sampled this wonderful Southern specialty," recounts Marilyn Hallman of Mt. Prospect, Illinois. A sugary pecan topping sweetened the comforting creation spiced with cinnamon and nutmeg.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 40m
Yield 2 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a large bow, combine the first eight ingredients. Spoon into a greased 3-cup baking dish. Combine the topping ingredients; sprinkle over potato mixture. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 30-35 minutes or until a thermometer inserted in the center reads 160°.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 740 calories, Fat 32g fat (13g saturated fat), Cholesterol 156mg cholesterol, Sodium 263mg sodium, Carbohydrate 107g carbohydrate (70g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 10g protein.
SWEET POTATO STREUSEL
Provided by Veronica Betancourt
Categories Ginger Dessert Bake Coconut Pecan Sweet Potato/Yam Bon Appétit California
Yield Makes 12
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- For Filling:
- Butter 13x9x2-inch glass baking dish. Cook sweet potatoes in large pot of boiling salted water until tender, about 8 minutes. Drain; return to same pot. Stir potatoes over medium-high heat until excess liquid evaporates. Remove from heat. Add butter and sugar and mash potatoes until almost smooth. Mix in half and half, eggs, ginger and vanilla. Season with salt. Spread in prepared dish (filling will be about 1 inch thick).
- For toppings:
- Rub together sugar, flour and butter in medium bowl until moist crumbs form. Mix in pecans and coconut. (Filling and topping can be prepared 1 day ahead. Cover separately and refrigerate.)
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Sprinkle topping over filling. Bake until filling is set and topping is brown, about 40 minutes. Let stand 10 minutes. Cut into squares and serve.
GRANOLA STREUSEL-TOPPED SWEET POTATOES
Granola bars are the secret to a delicious and crunchy-topped sweet potato casserole.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Side Dish
Time 1h10m
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Place potato pieces in 4-quart saucepan or Dutch oven. Add enough water to cover; heat to boiling. Reduce heat to medium-low; cook uncovered 15 to 20 minutes or until tender. Drain and return to saucepan.
- Heat oven to 350°F. Spray 8-inch square (2-quart) glass baking dish with cooking spray. To potatoes, add whipping cream, 2 tablespoons butter, the maple syrup and salt. Mash with potato masher or electric mixer until smooth. Spoon into baking dish.
- In small bowl, mix crushed granola bars and 2 tablespoons melted butter; sprinkle over potatoes.
- Bake uncovered 25 to 30 minutes or until thoroughly heated and topping is crisp.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 210, Carbohydrate 28 g, Cholesterol 25 mg, Fat 2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 210 mg, Sugar 13 g, TransFat 0 g
Tips:
- Choose sweet potatoes that are firm and smooth, without any blemishes or bruises.
- Before baking, pierce the sweet potatoes with a fork to allow steam to escape and prevent them from bursting.
- If you don't have a baking dish, you can bake the sweet potatoes directly on the oven rack.
- To make the streusel topping, use cold butter and flour. This will help to create a crumbly texture.
- If you don't have brown sugar, you can use granulated sugar instead.
- Add the streusel topping to the sweet potatoes just before baking. This will help to prevent it from becoming soggy.
- Bake the sweet potatoes until they are tender when pierced with a fork. The cooking time will vary depending on the size of the potatoes.
- Serve the sweet potatoes warm with your favorite toppings, such as butter, honey, or syrup.
Conclusion:
These makeover streusel-topped sweet potatoes are a delicious and easy side dish that is perfect for any occasion. They are also a great way to use up leftover sweet potatoes. With their crispy streusel topping and tender, flavorful insides, these sweet potatoes are sure to be a hit with everyone at the table.
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