Sweet Potato and Apple Bake

Sweet Potato and Apple Bake
Photo of the Registered Dietitians at UHC.

Recommended by the Registered Dietitians at UHC.

Courtesy of My Plate

Enjoy the taste of the season with the combination of sweet potatoes and apples in this delicious side dish. Serve with roasted chicken or turkey and a large green salad!

Ingredients

  • 3 1/2 cups sweet potatoes, drained (2 - 15-ounce cans; save 2 Tablespoons of the liquid)
  • 2 cups apples (peeled, cored and cut into bite-sized pieces)
  • 6 teaspoons brown sugar (2 Tablespoons, packed)
  • 1/3 cup chopped nuts (pecans, walnuts, or any other type)
  • 2 tablespoons flour
  • 2 tablespoons butter, melted (unsalted)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F
  2. Put sweet potatoes in baking dish
  3. Add apples (Granny Smith apples tend to work best in this recipe)
  4. Pour 2 Tablespoons of the sweet potato liquid over the mixture
  5. Mix brown sugar, nuts, flour, and melted butter together in a small bowl
  6. Sprinkle over the top of the sweet potato/apple mix
  7. Bake for 20-30 minutes, until the top is golden brown and bubbly

Nutrition per serving

  • Calories: 231
  • Fat: 9g
  • Carbohydrates: 38g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 10mg
  • Sodium: 64mg
  • Sugar: 15g
  • Protein: 3g

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