NAVA ATLAS'S SWEET POTATO TZIMMES

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In Yiddish, "tzimmes" means a big fuss or commotion. Fortunately, this signature holiday dish, a mélange of sweet vegetables and dried fruits, is not much of a fuss to make.

Provided by Karen Barrow

Categories     dinner, lunch, snack, side dish

Time 1h

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 tablespoon olive oil or other healthy vegetable oil
1 large red onion, quartered and thinly sliced
3 large carrots, sliced
3 large sweet potatoes, cooked or microwaved, then peeled and sliced
1 large pear, peeled, cored, and sliced
1/2 cup chopped dried prunes
1/4 cup chopped dried apricots
2/3 cup orange juice, preferably fresh
1 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon
2 teaspoons minced fresh or jarred ginger
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg (or 1/2 teaspoon freshly grated)
1/3 to 1/2 cup finely chopped walnuts for topping, optional

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Heat the oil in a large skillet. Add the onion and sauté over medium heat until translucent. Add the carrots and continue to sauté until the onion is golden. Combine with the remaining ingredients except the walnuts in a mixing bowl and stir until thoroughly mixed. Don't worry if the potato slices break apart.
  • Oil a shallow 2-quart baking dish. Pour in the sweet potato mixture and pat in evenly. Sprinkle the optional walnuts over the top. Bake for 45 minutes, or until the top begins to turn slightly crusty. Serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 166, UnsaturatedFat 3 grams, Carbohydrate 34 grams, Fat 4 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 2 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 345 milligrams, Sugar 11 grams

Mandi Salinas
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I loved this recipe! It was so easy to make and the flavors were amazing.


Sandy Williamson
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This dish was a bit too sweet for my taste, but I think that's just a personal preference.


Mutahair Qadir
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I'm not a big fan of sweet potatoes, but I actually really enjoyed this dish.


VAN MEDIA PROMO
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This recipe was a great way to use up some leftover sweet potatoes.


Yaseen Mohamed
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I thought this recipe was just okay. The sweet potatoes were a bit too mushy for my taste.


John Churu
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This dish was a bit too sweet for my taste, but I think that's just a personal preference.


David Kamara
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This recipe was a hit with my family! Everyone loved the sweet and savory flavors.


Ronald David
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This dish was delicious! I especially loved the combination of sweet potatoes and apples.


OFam
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I loved this recipe! It was so easy to make and the flavors were amazing. I will definitely be making this again.


Gracious Ndlovu
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This recipe was a bit too sweet for my taste, but I think that's just a personal preference. The dish was still very good and I would definitely make it again, but I would reduce the amount of sugar next time.


Adetunji Mitchelle
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I'm not a big fan of sweet potatoes, but I actually really enjoyed this dish. The combination of flavors was really nice and the sweet potatoes were cooked perfectly.


Tim Tuckler
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This recipe was a great way to use up some leftover sweet potatoes. The dish was easy to make and the flavors were well-balanced. I would definitely make this again.


TURKSON KWABIA EVANS
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I thought this recipe was just okay. The sweet potatoes were a bit too mushy for my taste and the sauce was a bit too sweet. I think I'll try a different recipe next time.


Red Android
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This dish was delicious! I made it for a potluck and it was a big hit. Everyone loved the sweet and savory flavors.


Ernest Debrah
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I've made this recipe twice now and it's a keeper! The sweet potatoes and carrots are so tender and flavorful, and the apricots and apples add a nice sweetness and tartness. I highly recommend this recipe.


Lilyana Henry
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Nava Atlas's Sweet Potato Tzimmes was outstanding! The combination of sweet potatoes, carrots, dried apricots, and apples was a perfect blend of flavors. The dish was easy to make and was a hit with my family.