PINEAPPLE SWEET POTATO BOATS

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Crushed pineapple adds a tasty twist to these twice-baked sweet potatoes. Mini-marshmallows can be used in place of the pineapple if you prefer.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 50m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

8 medium sweet potatoes
2 cans (8 ounces each) unsweetened crushed pineapple, drained
1/2 cup butter, melted
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon each ground cinnamon, ginger and allspice
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
TOPPING:
2 cans (14 ounces each) unsweetened pineapple tidbits, drained
6 tablespoons brown sugar

Steps:

  • Scrub and pierce sweet potatoes; place on a microwave-safe plate. Microwave, uncovered, on high for 12-14 minutes or until tender, turning once. , When cool enough to handle, cut a thin slice off the top of each potato and discard. Scoop out pulp, leaving a thin shell. In a large bowl, mash the pulp. Add the crushed pineapple, butter, salt, cinnamon, ginger, allspice and nutmeg; mix well. Spoon into sweet potato shells., Place on a baking sheet. Sprinkle with pineapple tidbits and brown sugar. Bake, uncovered, at 325° for 30-35 minutes or until heated through.

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Darlington Ohunne
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These look amazing! I can't wait to make them for my next dinner party.


Krishanthi Jayasunadara
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I've never had pineapple sweet potato boats before, but they sound delicious! I'm going to have to try this recipe.


Said Mohd
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These are so easy to make and they're always a hit at parties. I like to serve them with a dollop of whipped cream or ice cream.


Amora
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I'm allergic to pineapple. Can I substitute another fruit, like apples or pears?


Fahed Airan
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These are a great way to use up leftover sweet potatoes. I always have a few hanging around after Thanksgiving.


Rizwan Ahmed
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I made these for my family and they loved them! My kids especially liked the sweet potatoes.


Jimmy Mwaniki
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These look delicious! I'm definitely going to try them this weekend.


prakash Xsb Karki
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I've made these before and they're always a hit. I love the way the pineapple caramelizes in the oven.


Alan Guzman
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I'm not sure about this combination. Pineapple and sweet potatoes? I don't know.


Infiite Life
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Yum! These look so good! I can't wait to try them.


zia rehman Khan
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These are so easy to make and they're always a crowd-pleaser. I like to add a little bit of cinnamon and nutmeg to the sweet potatoes for extra flavor.


Dorothy Khatioli
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I'm not usually a fan of sweet potatoes, but these were surprisingly delicious. The pineapple and pecans added a nice touch.


Eimminelmusic Eimminel
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I made these for a potluck and they were devoured in minutes! I'll definitely be making them again.


Sajeeb Hasan
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These pineapple sweet potato boats were a huge hit at my last dinner party! The combination of sweet pineapple, savory sweet potatoes, and crunchy pecans was divine. Everyone raved about them.