Craving a delectable and nutritious side dish that will tantalize your taste buds? Look no further than these Maple Baked Sweet Potatoes. These sweet and savory potatoes are roasted to perfection, caramelized with a touch of maple syrup, and seasoned with a blend of aromatic spices. With their vibrant orange flesh and crispy skin, these roasted sweet potatoes are a feast for both the eyes and the palate. This article presents three enticing variations of this classic dish, each offering a unique flavor profile. Whether you prefer the classic maple-glazed sweet potatoes, the savory bacon-wrapped sweet potatoes, or the tangy orange-glazed sweet potatoes, you'll find a recipe here to suit your taste. Each variation is detailed with step-by-step instructions, making them easy to follow even for novice cooks. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and embark on a culinary journey that will leave you craving more.
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TWICE BAKED MAPLE BACON SWEET POTATOES
Provided by Trisha Yearwood
Categories side-dish
Time 1h35m
Yield 4 to 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
- Place the sweet potatoes on a foil-lined baking pan. Bake until a paring knife inserted in the center pierces easily, about 1 hour. Cool slightly.
- Meanwhile, cook the bacon in a medium skillet over medium heat until crisp and brown, about 7 minutes. Transfer to a paper-towel lined plate to drain. Reserve 1 tablespoon of the bacon fat. Crumble bacon.
- Halve the sweet potatoes lengthwise. Carefully scoop most of the flesh out into a bowl, leaving enough flesh in the skin so that it holds its shape. Add the bacon, bacon fat, scallions, maple syrup and 1 cup of the cheese to the sweet potato flesh. Stir together and season with salt and pepper to taste. Refill the sweet potato shells and sprinkle with the remaining cheese.
- Place the sweet potatoes back in the oven until heated through and the cheese is melted, about 15 minutes. Top with the reserved scallions and dollops of sour cream.
MAPLE -BAKED SWEET POTATOES
Two of my favorite flavors, Sweet Potatoes and Maple. The cooking time for the sweet potatoes is shortened by parboiling them and it also helps to keep them moist. Recipe is courtesy of Jacques Pepin
Provided by Judith N.
Categories Yam/Sweet Potato
Time 1h
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees. In a large saucepan, cover the sweet potato slices with water and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to moderate and cook until just tender. About 5 minutes. Drain well.
- Arrange potato slices in a large casserole. Season with salt and pepper and then dot with butter pieces. Drizzle potatoes with maple syrup, sprinkle with water and bake for 25 minutes or until tender and lightly browned. If necessary, you can broil the casserole for a minute or two before serving.
Tips:
- Choose sweet potatoes that are firm and smooth, without any bruises or blemishes.
- Prick the sweet potatoes with a fork before baking to help them cook evenly.
- Bake the sweet potatoes until they are tender when pierced with a fork, about 45 minutes to 1 hour.
- Let the sweet potatoes cool slightly before slicing them open and topping them with butter, maple syrup, and pecans.
- For a sweeter dish, use more maple syrup.
- For a crunchier topping, toast the pecans in a skillet before adding them to the sweet potatoes.
- Serve the sweet potatoes warm with a dollop of whipped cream or ice cream.
Conclusion:
Maple baked sweet potatoes are a delicious and easy side dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They are a good source of fiber, vitamin A, and vitamin C. This recipe is a great way to use up leftover sweet potatoes. It is also a good way to get children to eat more vegetables. Serve maple baked sweet potatoes with your favorite main course for a healthy and satisfying meal.
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