**Savory and Sweet Symphony: A Culinary Journey with Molasses-Horseradish Sweet Potato Spears**
Embark on a tantalizing culinary adventure with our delectable Molasses-Horseradish Sweet Potato Spears, where the contrasting flavors of sweet molasses and tangy horseradish create a symphony of taste. These crispy-on-the-outside, tender-on-the-inside sweet potato spears are oven-roasted to perfection, then drizzled with a luscious molasses-horseradish glaze that tantalizes your taste buds with every bite. Alongside this spectacular side dish, we present two additional irresistible recipes: a comforting Sweet Potato and Black Bean Chili, brimming with hearty flavors, and a delightful Sweet Potato and Sausage Soup, where savory sausage and sweet potatoes harmoniously unite. Get ready to elevate your mealtime routine with this trio of exceptional sweet potato recipes!
ROASTED SWEET POTATOES WITH HORSERADISH BUTTER
This recipe plays velvety, honeyed roasted sweet potatoes against the sharp bite of a fresh horseradish and herb compound butter. It's a great dish for feeding a crowd at Thanksgiving or another gathering. You can roast the potatoes and make the horseradish butter ahead, then pop them into the oven just 15 minutes before serving, while the turkey rests. If you can't find fresh horseradish, substitute another aromatic ingredient like garlic, fresh ginger or scallions, adjusting the quantities to taste. You'll need less ginger and garlic than you would horseradish, and probably the same amount of scallions. Taste as you go.
Provided by Melissa Clark
Time 2h
Yield 8 to 10 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a heavy-duty resealable plastic bag, combine butter, horseradish, parsley, dill, panko, lemon zest and juice, salt and pepper. Close the bag, pressing out most of the air. Mash everything together until well combined and smooth, then use a ruler or the back edge of a knife to scrape and work the butter to the bottom of the bag so it forms a log, rolling it as you go. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours to firm up, or up to 1 week.
- Heat oven to 350 degrees. Prick sweet potatoes several times with a fork and wrap tightly in aluminum foil. Transfer to a baking sheet and roast until potatoes are tender, 45 minutes to 1 1/2 hours, depending on the size of the potatoes. Once cool enough to handle, unwrap and slice into 1/2-inch-thick rounds (there is no need to peel unless you dislike the skins). Potatoes can be roasted up to 2 days ahead; wrap and chill, then slice them just before using.
- Arrange rounds on a large rimmed baking sheet and count how many you have. Slice enough thin slabs of butter from the log so that you have one per potato slice, and place butter on top of potato slices.
- Move the oven rack so that it's 4 inches away from the broiler. Bake potatoes at 350 degrees until they are heated through and the butter is softened, 5 to 15 minutes depending upon how cold the potatoes were. Adjust oven temperature to broil, and broil until the butter is golden brown at the edges, 2 to 4 minutes. Serve garnished with herbs and fresh horseradish if you like.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 164, UnsaturatedFat 3 grams, Carbohydrate 19 grams, Fat 9 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 2 grams, SaturatedFat 6 grams, Sodium 147 milligrams, Sugar 4 grams, TransFat 0 grams
SWEET POTATOES GLAZED WITH MOLASSES, PECANS AND BOURBON
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
- Combine the butter, molasses, brown sugar and cayenne in a medium saucepan and cook over medium heat until smooth, about 5 minutes. Increase the heat to high, add the bourbon and cook for 2 minutes to allow alcohol to burn out. Season with salt and pepper.
- Put the potatoes in a large baking dish, pour the molasses mixture over and toss to coat. Roast in the oven, stirring a few times, until the potatoes are cooked through and glazed, about 20 minutes. Remove to a platter and top with the pecans.
- Alternatively, this can be done in a large saute pan: Melt the butter, molasses, brown sugar and cayenne over medium heat. Add the bourbon and let the alcohol cook out. Add the potatoes and cook until glazed over medium-high heat. Transfer to a platter and top with the pecans.
MOLASSES SWEETBREAD
This is my grandmother's recipe for molasses raisin bread from the Maritimes.
Provided by Lisa Hayes
Categories Bread Quick Bread Recipes
Time 3h15m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease and flour a 9-inch cake pan.
- In a large bowl, mix together the molasses, lard, salt, and raisins. Stir in the boiling water until smooth. Sift together the flour, ground ginger and baking soda. Stir the flour into the molasses mixture until smooth. Pour the batter into the prepared pan,
- Bake 1 hour in the preheated oven or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Cool to room temperature on a wire rack before removing from the pan.
- While the cake is baking, prepare the icing by simmering together the brown sugar and cream in a saucepan over medium heat. Heat to between 234 and 240 degrees F (112 to 116 degrees C), or until a small amount of syrup dropped into cold water forms a soft ball that flattens when removed from the water and placed on a flat surface. Pour the syrup into a bowl, add the butter, and beat with an electric mixer until the mixture begins to thicken, then set aside and allow to cool.
- Once the frosting and cake are both cool, spread the icing on the cake and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 382.3 calories, Carbohydrate 76.6 g, Cholesterol 19.2 mg, Fat 8.2 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 3.1 g, SaturatedFat 4.2 g, Sodium 232.2 mg, Sugar 50.1 g
Tips:
- Use fresh sweet potatoes: Fresh sweet potatoes will have a more vibrant flavor and texture than ones that have been stored for a long time.
- Cut the sweet potatoes into uniform spears: This will help them cook evenly.
- Toss the sweet potato spears in olive oil and spices before baking: This will help them caramelize and develop a delicious flavor.
- Bake the sweet potato spears until they are tender and slightly browned: Overcooking them will make them mushy.
- Make the molasses-horseradish sauce while the sweet potato spears are baking: This will give the flavors time to meld.
- Serve the sweet potato spears with the molasses-horseradish sauce immediately: The sauce is best when it is warm.
Conclusion:
Molasses-horseradish sweet potato spears are a delicious and easy-to-make side dish that is perfect for any occasion. The sweet potatoes are tender and slightly caramelized, while the molasses-horseradish sauce is tangy and flavorful. This dish is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.
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