HOLIDAY CITRUS SWEET POTATOES

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Change out your traditional sweet potato recipe with this new version. The fruit sauce provides a bright, but not too sweet accent to the sweet potatoes. This side is sure to be enjoyed.-Maureen Akins, Kent, Washington

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 1h35m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

6 large sweet potatoes (about 4-1/2 pounds)
1 can (20 ounces) pineapple chunks
1 tablespoon plus 2 teaspoons cornstarch
2 tablespoons dark brown sugar
1 cup orange juice
1 can (11 ounces) mandarin oranges, drained
1 cup dried cranberries

Steps:

  • Scrub and pierce sweet potatoes. Bake at 400° for 45-50 minutes or just until tender. Reduce heat to 350°. When cool enough to handle, peel and cut into 1/2-in. slices. Place in a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish., Drain pineapple, reserving juices. In a small saucepan, combine cornstarch and brown sugar. Gradually stir in orange juice and reserved pineapple juice. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Add the pineapple, oranges and cranberries; heat through., Pour sauce over sweet potatoes. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 35-40 minutes or until bubbly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 306 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 25mg sodium, Carbohydrate 76g carbohydrate (48g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

Arman fun bd
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I made these sweet potatoes for my family on Christmas Day and they were a huge success! They were a perfect addition to our holiday meal.


Nsengiyunva Ivan
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These sweet potatoes were the perfect side dish for our holiday dinner. They were easy to make and everyone loved them.


Aylin Alfaro
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I'm not a big fan of sweet potatoes, but this recipe changed my mind. The citrus glaze was so delicious that I couldn't stop eating them.


Parbati Magar
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This recipe is a keeper! The sweet potatoes were delicious and the glaze was perfect. I will definitely be making this again.


Ali Sameh
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I made these sweet potatoes for a potluck and they were a hit! Everyone loved them and asked for the recipe. I will definitely be making them again.


Shair Shah
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These sweet potatoes were amazing! The glaze was perfectly sweet and tangy, and the potatoes were roasted to perfection. I will definitely be making these again.


Latoya Marshall
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I was skeptical about this recipe because I'm not a big fan of sweet potatoes. But I was pleasantly surprised! The citrus glaze really made the dish. I will definitely be making this again.


Aimster Xx
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I made these sweet potatoes for Thanksgiving dinner and they were a huge hit! Everyone loved them and asked for the recipe. I will definitely be making them again.


A H AB
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This is a great recipe! The sweet potatoes were perfectly roasted and the citrus glaze was delicious. I served them with a pork roast and they were a perfect side dish.


Nakzar Ullah
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These sweet potatoes were delicious! The glaze was perfectly balanced and the potatoes were roasted to perfection. I will definitely be making these again.


Nakul Sada
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I was looking for a new way to prepare sweet potatoes and this recipe did not disappoint. The citrus glaze adds a nice tanginess that complements the sweetness of the potatoes. I'll definitely be making this again.


Daniella chehade
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I've tried many sweet potato recipes but this one is by far the best. The combination of citrus and spices is perfect. I highly recommend this recipe.


Fazal Din
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I made these for my family on Christmas Eve and they were a huge success! Everyone loved them and asked for the recipe. The glaze was especially good.


HUTARAJ ADHIKARI
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These sweet potatoes were a hit at our holiday dinner! They were perfectly roasted and the citrus glaze was delicious. I will definitely be making these again.