Best 19 Apricot Pineapple And Sweet Potato Bake Recipes

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Embark on a culinary adventure with our comprehensive guide to creating a delectable apricot, pineapple, and sweet potato bake. This tantalizing dish combines the vibrant flavors of sweet apricots, juicy pineapples, and earthy sweet potatoes, harmonized with a symphony of aromatic spices. Whether you're hosting a special occasion dinner or seeking a wholesome weeknight meal, this recipe will guide you through the steps to create a dish that will impress your taste buds and leave you craving for more.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

SWEET POTATO AND APPLE CASSEROLE



Sweet Potato and Apple Casserole image

This wonderful sweet potato recipe tastes like a dessert. It's always a favorite.

Provided by Tamby Plue

Categories     Side Dish     Casseroles     Sweet Potato Casserole Recipes

Time 1h15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 sweet potatoes, peeled and quartered
½ cup firmly packed brown sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
2 large cooking apples - peeled, cored and cut into 1/4 inch rings
¼ cup all-purpose flour
¼ cup firmly packed brown sugar
¼ cup butter
¼ cup chopped pecans

Steps:

  • Place sweet potatoes in a large saucepan with enough water to cover. Bring to a boil and cook 25 minutes, or until tender but firm. Drain, cool and cut into 1/4 inch slices.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease a 7x11 inch baking dish.
  • In a small bowl, mix brown sugar, cinnamon and nutmeg.
  • Layer sweet potatoes, brown sugar mixture and apples in the prepared baking dish.
  • In a medium bowl, mix flour, brown sugar, butter and pecans. Sprinkle over the sweet potatoes.
  • Bake in the preheated oven 30 minutes, or until lightly browned.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 239.2 calories, Carbohydrate 41.2 g, Cholesterol 15.3 mg, Fat 8.5 g, Fiber 3.4 g, Protein 1.7 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Sodium 74.1 mg, Sugar 27.8 g

PINEAPPLE SWEET POTATO CASSEROLE WITH MARSHMALLOWS



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Pineapple, sugar and marshmallows lend a super sweetness to sweet potatoes. I've been making the casserole for years, both for special occasions and casual dinners. -Ruth Leach, Shreveport, Louisiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 1h25m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

6 medium sweet potatoes
1/2 cup butter, cubed
3/4 cup sugar
1 can (20 ounces) crushed pineapple, drained
2 large eggs, beaten
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon salt
15 large marshmallows

Steps:

  • Place sweet potatoes in a large kettle and cover with water; bring to a boil. Boil gently until potatoes can easily be pierced with the tip of a sharp knife, 30-45 minutes. Drain; cool slightly., Preheat oven to 350°. Peel potatoes and place in a large bowl with butter and sugar; mash. Add pineapple, eggs, vanilla, nutmeg and salt; stir to combine., Spoon into a greased 2-qt. baking dish. Top with marshmallows. Bake, uncovered, until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean, 40-45 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 367 calories, Fat 13g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 84mg cholesterol, Sodium 295mg sodium, Carbohydrate 62g carbohydrate (43g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

SWEET POTATO PINEAPPLE BAKE



Sweet Potato Pineapple Bake image

Not only is this side yummy, but it's quick because it calls for canned yams, I got the idea from my sister...I just added the pineapple.-May Evans, Corinth, Kentucky

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 can (29 ounces) cut sweet potatoes, drained
1 can (8 ounces) crushed pineapple
3 tablespoons chopped pecans
2 tablespoons brown sugar
2 tablespoons butter, melted
3/4 cup miniature marshmallows

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, mash the sweet potatoes. Stir in the pineapple, pecans, brown sugar and butter. , Transfer to a greased 2-qt. baking dish. Bake, uncovered, at 375° for 20 minutes. Sprinkle with marshmallows. Bake 5 minutes longer or until marshmallows are lightly browned.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 394 calories, Fat 10g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 15mg cholesterol, Sodium 92mg sodium, Carbohydrate 74g carbohydrate (31g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

SWEET POTATO PINEAPPLE CASSEROLE



Sweet Potato Pineapple Casserole image

A super-easy side dish that has always been a hit with my family for both Thanksgiving and Christmas.

Provided by DELORA

Categories     Side Dish     Casseroles     Sweet Potato Casserole Recipes

Yield 9

Number Of Ingredients 4

3 sweet potatoes
½ cup crushed pineapple with juice
¼ cup packed light brown sugar
3 tablespoons butter

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  • In a large soup pot, boil sweet potatoes whole until soft. Remove skins, and dice into bite-sized pieces.
  • Mix sweet potatoes, crushed pineapple, light brown sugar, and butter in prepared baking dish.
  • Bake for 45 minutes, or until casserole is mushy with no excess water in the dish.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 103.1 calories, Carbohydrate 17 g, Cholesterol 10.2 mg, Fat 3.9 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 0.8 g, SaturatedFat 2.4 g, Sodium 53 mg, Sugar 9.8 g

APRICOT SWEET POTATO BAKE



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In Livingston, Montana, Jessie Sarrazin fancies up convenient canned sweet potatoes and apricots with brown sugar, cinnamon and raisins. "This speedy side dish is delicious for holiday dinners," she assures.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 25m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cans (15 ounces each) cut sweet potatoes
1 can (15-1/4 ounces) apricot halves
3 tablespoons brown sugar
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon
3 tablespoons dry sherry or chicken broth
1/3 cup raisins
1/8 teaspoon grated orange zest

Steps:

  • Drain sweet potatoes and apricots, reserving 1/2 cup juice from each; set aside. Cut apricots in half. Place sweet potatoes and apricots in a greased shallow 1-qt. baking dish; set aside. , In a small saucepan, combine the brown sugar, cornstarch, salt and cinnamon; stir in reserved juices until smooth. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly. Cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Remove from the heat; stir in the sherry, raisins and orange zest. , Pour over sweet potato mixture. Bake, uncovered, at 375° for 12-15 minutes or until bubbly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 183 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 137mg sodium, Carbohydrate 45g carbohydrate (36g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

APRICOT SWEET POTATO CASSEROLE



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This recipe came from a neighbor when I requested recipies for a cookbook our local history group was getting together. It has been a favorite of my family and many others that read it in our self published cookbook " The Main Menu of Memories". If you use fresh potatoes, they should be cooked first to al dente stage.

Provided by Gramma Peg

Categories     Low Protein

Time 40m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 (18 ounce) can sweet potatoes
1 cup brown sugar
1 1/2 tablespoons cornstarch
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
1 (5 1/2 ounce) can apricot nectar
1/3 cup water
2 tablespoons margarine
12 apricots, quartered (may be fresh, dried or canned)
1/2 cup pecan halves (or big pieces)

Steps:

  • Grease a 1 to 1 1/2 quart baking dish.
  • Arrange sweet potatoes in single layer.
  • Mix sugar, cornstarch, salt and cinnamon in a 1 quart saucepan.
  • Stir in apricot nectar and 1/3 cup water.
  • Cook and stir on high heat until the mixture comes to a boil.
  • Remove from heat and add margarine and apricots.
  • Pour evenly over potatoes.
  • Sprinkle with pecans.
  • Bake uncovered at 375 degrees for 25 to 30 minutes.
  • The casserole will be hot and bubbly.

APRICOT-GLAZED SWEET POTATO BAKE



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This makes a great side dish to turkey or ham, its really delicious! Adjust all ingredients to taste.

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Yam/Sweet Potato

Time 40m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 lbs sweet potatoes, cooked, peeled and cut up into large chunks
1 cup packed brown sugar
5 teaspoons cornstarch
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1 cup apricot nectar or 1 cup apricot preserves
1/2 cup hot water
2 teaspoons orange zest
3 tablespoons butter
black pepper
3/4 cup chopped pecans

Steps:

  • Set oven to 350 degree.
  • Butter a 13 x 9-inch baking dish.
  • Place potatoes in prepared dish, and set aside.
  • In a saucepan, combine brown sugar, cornstarch, salt and cinnamon; stir in apricot nectar (or preserves) water and orange peel; bring to a boil, stirring constantly, cook, and stir for 2 minutes more.
  • Remove from heat; stir in butter and pecans.
  • Pour over sweet potatoes.
  • Season with black pepper.
  • Bake, uncovered for 20-25 minutes or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 767.3, Fat 23.6, SaturatedFat 6.8, Cholesterol 22.9, Sodium 418.3, Carbohydrate 137.4, Fiber 12.8, Sugar 76.6, Protein 7.6

PINEAPPLE - APRICOT GLAZED SWEET POTATOES



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I came up with this recipe for a friend of mine who loves sweet potatoes at holidays but is allergic to something that is in marshmallows. Still she wanted the candy-like goodness of Thanksgiving sweet potatoes and this was my alternative for her. They are now a family staple at her home and mine.

Provided by Jheryn

Categories     Yam/Sweet Potato

Time 1h30m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 (48 ounce) can sweet potatoes
1 (16 ounce) can sweet potatoes
3/4 lb dried apricot
1 (15 ounce) can pineapple tidbits
1 cup cashews
1 tablespoon grated orange rind
1/3 cup brown sugar or 1/3 cup splenda brown sugar substitute
3 tablespoons butter
1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
1/8 teaspoon nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 tablespoons cornstarch

Steps:

  • Put apricots in a medium pot, and just cover fruit with water.
  • Bring to a boil. Boil for about 10 minutes. (Make sure fruit stays covered in water. Add if needed.).
  • Lower temperature on apricots, cover, and simmer for a half hour.
  • Remove from heat and separate liquid and fruit. Make sure to save the liquid.
  • Drain sweet potatoes.
  • Arrange sweet potatoes evenly in the bottom of a 9X13 inch pan.
  • Cut apricots into quarters and spread over sweet potatoes.
  • Drain pineapple and reserve the liquid.
  • Spread pineapple over the apricots and potatoes.
  • In a saucepan, combine well the rest of the dry ingredients (brown sugar, cinnamon, salt, and cornstarch).
  • Add orange peel, butter, pineapple juice and 1 cup of apricot juice. (If there isn't enough apricot juice, add water to get to 1 cup).
  • Bring juice mixture to a boil and remove from heat. Mixture should be thickened. If it is still watery you may have to add a bit more cornstarch.
  • Pour juice mixture evenly over the sweet potatoes and fruit.
  • Bake at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 15 minutes.
  • Sprinkle cashews over entire mixture and bake for 10 minutes longer.
  • Serve and enjoy.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 334.3, Fat 8.4, SaturatedFat 2.9, Cholesterol 7.6, Sodium 230.8, Carbohydrate 63.5, Fiber 7.5, Sugar 31.3, Protein 5.3

SWEET POTATO PINEAPPLE BAKE RECIPE



Sweet Potato Pineapple Bake Recipe image

Provided by tbclay

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 can cut sweet potatoes, drained
1 can crushed pineapple
2 tablespoons chopped pecans
2 tablespoons brown sugar
2 tablespoons magarine, melted
3/4 cup miniature marshmallows

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, mash sweet potatoes. Stir in remaining ingredients except marshmallows. Tranfer to greased 2-quart baking dish. Bake uncovered at 375 for 20 minutes. Sprinkle with marshmallows and bake 5 minutes longer.

APRICOT CASSEROLE



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This sweet fruit dish is a terrific complement to salty ham on Easter morning. Apricot is a tasty change from the more common pineapple. -Janice Montiverdi, Sugar Land, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 45m

Yield 6-8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 cans (15 ounces each) apricot halves
1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons butter, divided
1 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1-1/3 cups crushed butter-flavored crackers (about 36 crackers)

Steps:

  • Drain apricots, reserving 3/4 cup juice. Place apricots in a greased 11x7-in. baking dish. melt 1/2 cup butter; add the brown sugar, flour and reserved juice. Pour over apricots., Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 20 minutes. melt remaining butter; toss with crackers crumbs. Sprinkle over top. Bake 15-20 minutes longer or until golden brown.

Nutrition Facts :

MAPLE SWEET POTATO CASSEROLE WITH APRICOTS



Maple Sweet Potato Casserole with Apricots image

It wouldn't be Thanksgiving without the versatile root vegetable-the sweet potato. Building on traditional recipes used by my mother and grandmother, I've added maple syrup, brown sugar, dried apricots and more spices to update this holiday casserole. -Keri Scofield Lawson, Fullerton, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 55m

Yield 8-10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 can (2 pounds 8 ounces) cut sweet potatoes, drained
1 can (8 ounces) crushed pineapple, drained
1/2 cup maple syrup
1/2 cup pecan halves
1/4 cup sliced dried apricots
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
1 tablespoon butter, melted
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
1/4 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Place sweet potatoes in an ungreased 1-1/2-qt. baking dish. Combine remaining ingredients; pour over the potatoes. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 45 minutes or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 219 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 3mg cholesterol, Sodium 114mg sodium, Carbohydrate 43g carbohydrate (34g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

ROASTED SWEET POTATOES AND PINEAPPLE



Roasted Sweet Potatoes and Pineapple image

This side pairs well with, short ribs, or roast chicken.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Healthy Recipes     Gluten-Free Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces
1 medium pineapple, peeled, cored, and cut into 1-inch pieces
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Coarse salt

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 450 degrees. On a rimmed baking sheet, toss together sweet potatoes, pineapple, oil, and cayenne pepper. Season with salt. Roast until sweet potatoes and pineapple are tender and golden, 30 to 35 minutes, stirring every 10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 173 g, Fat 7 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 1 g

SWEET POTATO-APRICOT CASSEROLE



Sweet Potato-Apricot Casserole image

Provided by Nancy Arum

Categories     casseroles, side dish

Time 1h15m

Yield 10 to 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 pound dry apricots
1 cup water
3/4 cup sugar
2 pounds yams
1 lemon, sliced thinly
1/2 cup brown sugar
1 stick butter
2 tablespoons apricot brandy
1/2 cup pecans or walnuts, chopped coarsely

Steps:

  • Combine apricots, water and sugar and cook until soft, about 20 minutes. Drain and reserve liquid in a saucepan.
  • Peel, slice and cook yams in water until tender, about 15 minutes.
  • Grease casserole. Alternate layers of sliced yams, apricots and lemon slices in casserole.
  • Add brown sugar, butter and apricot brandy to the saucepan with apricot liquid and heat until butter is melted. Pour over casserole.
  • Bake at 350 degrees for 20 to 30 minutes.
  • Sprinkle nuts over casserole 10 minutes before removing from oven.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 274, UnsaturatedFat 5 grams, Carbohydrate 43 grams, Fat 11 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 2 grams, SaturatedFat 5 grams, Sodium 11 milligrams, Sugar 21 grams, TransFat 0 grams

APRICOT-PINEAPPLE COFFEE CAKE



Apricot-Pineapple Coffee Cake image

Beautiful, in-season apricots were my inspiration for this coffee cake. I created it for a get-together with friends for our annual porch party. Because it was an evening event, it became a dessert. Great on its own for a morning coffee cake or served in the evening as a dessert topped with vanilla bean ice cream.

Provided by Avon- status quo PRO

Categories     Desserts     Fruit Dessert Recipes     Pineapple Dessert Recipes

Time 1h25m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 21

1 cup chopped fresh apricots
½ cup crushed pineapple
1 tablespoon cornstarch
2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
¾ cup white sugar
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
¾ teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
¼ teaspoon salt
¾ cup buttermilk
¼ cup unsalted butter, melted and cooled
1 egg, beaten
1 teaspoon almond extract
½ cup sliced almonds
½ cup all-purpose flour
¼ cup unsalted butter, softened
3 tablespoons brown sugar
3 tablespoons sweetened flaked coconut
2 tablespoons sliced almonds
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease a 7x10-inch baking pan.
  • Combine apricots, pineapple, and cornstarch in a small bowl. Combine flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, baking soda, nutmeg, and salt in a large mixing bowl.
  • Combine buttermilk, melted butter, egg, and almond extract in another bowl. Mix wet ingredients into dry ingredients alternately with fruit mixture with a wooden spoon; do not beat. Fold in 1/2 cup almonds. Spread into the prepared baking pan.
  • Combine flour, butter, brown sugar, coconut, almonds, and cinnamon for topping together until a crumbly mixture is achieved. Sprinkle evenly over the top of the cake batter.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean, about 40 minutes. Allow to cool for about 30 minutes before cutting into it.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 321 calories, Carbohydrate 47.3 g, Cholesterol 36.4 mg, Fat 12.5 g, Fiber 2.4 g, Protein 6.2 g, SaturatedFat 5.7 g, Sodium 236.7 mg, Sugar 20.7 g

APRICOT-PINEAPPLE DREAM



Apricot-Pineapple Dream image

My aunt gave me this recipe ten years ago, when we were celebrating Christmas at her house. I have made it every year since then, and now my family considers it one of our traditions. The secret ingredient is baby food. This looks so pretty on the table. The color is fabulous. It's also great for Thanksgiving.

Provided by Sue Howell

Categories     Desserts     Specialty Dessert Recipes     Dessert Salad Recipes     Jell-O® Salad

Time 6h15m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (6 ounce) package orange flavored Jell-O® mix
1 (20 ounce) can crushed pineapple with juice
½ cup white sugar
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
2 cups frozen whipped topping, thawed
1 cup chopped pecans
1 (4 ounce) jar apricot baby food

Steps:

  • Mix orange-flavored gelatin with pineapple in a small saucepan. Cook over low heat until gelatin is completely dissolved. Remove from heat and stir in sugar. Cool completely.
  • In a medium mixing bowl, using a mixer on medium speed, beat gelatin mixture, baby food, cream cheese and whipped topping. Blend well. Stir in nuts. Spoon into serving bowl, cover, and refrigerate at least four hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 341.4 calories, Carbohydrate 40.7 g, Cholesterol 24.6 mg, Fat 19.5 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 4.7 g, SaturatedFat 8.9 g, Sodium 132.6 mg, Sugar 36.7 g

PINEAPPLE AND SWEET POTATO CASSEROLE



Pineapple and Sweet Potato Casserole image

Make and share this Pineapple and Sweet Potato Casserole recipe from Food.com.

Provided by nvermd

Categories     Pineapple

Time 35m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (8 1/4 ounce) can pineapple chunks (save juice)
1/2 cup orange juice
1 dash nutmeg
1 dash salt
8 ounces cream cheese, softened
2 (17 ounce) cans sweet potatoes
1/4 cup chopped pecans

Steps:

  • Combine pineapple juice from can with enough water to make 1/2 cup.
  • Add orange juice, nutmeg and salt.
  • Mix in cream cheese and stir on low heat until smooth.
  • Drain and slice sweet potatoes.
  • Add with pineapple chunks to cream cheese mixture.
  • Add chopped pecans.
  • Put into a greased 1 1/2 quart casserole.
  • Top with more chopped pecans, if desired.
  • Bake at 350 degrees for 20 minutes.
  • Serve hot.

SWEET POTATO AND APRICOT PUREE



Sweet Potato and Apricot Puree image

These sweet potatoes are slightly tart - the addition of dried apricot puree is a unique and delicious twist. This recipe comes from Gourmet magazine (Nov 1994)

Provided by appleydapply

Categories     Yam/Sweet Potato

Time 1h45m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 1/2 lbs sweet potatoes (about 4 large)
6 ounces dried apricots (about 1 1/2 cups)
1 tablespoon granulated sugar
3/4 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1/2 cup firmly packed light brown sugar
1 tablespoon unsalted butter, softened
1 dash salt
2/3 cup chopped pecans (if you wish, toast lightly)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 450°F.
  • Prick potatoes and bake in middle of oven for at least 1 hour, or until very soft. Allow to cool and then scoop flesh into a bowl.
  • In a saucepan cover apricots by 1 inch with cold water and simmer until soft, about 30 minutes. Reserve 2 tablespoons of the cooking liquid and drain apricots.
  • Puree apricots in a food processor with the granulated sugar and reserved liquid, until smooth.
  • Add puree and salt to potatoes. Beat with an electric mixer until smooth. Spread mixture into a greased shallow 2-qt baking dish. (Note: Puree may be prepared up to this point 1 day ahead and kept chilled and covered).
  • Reduce oven temperature to 400.
  • In a small bowl blend remaining ingredients (flour, brown sugar, butter, pecans, and dash salt) with your fingers until combined well. Sprinkle over puree. Bake in oven until heated through and topping is bubbly, about 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 482.3, Fat 10.9, SaturatedFat 2, Cholesterol 5.1, Sodium 472.6, Carbohydrate 94.6, Fiber 11.3, Sugar 47.3, Protein 6.4

APRICOT-PECAN SWEET POTATOES



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This is a wonderful sweet potato recipe with a little bit of preparation. You can use orange juice in place of the apricot nectar, which can be a little hard to find -- but the result is different and really makes the sweet potato pop! This is a recipe my Aunt Birdie gave me about ten years ago

Provided by melly

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Sweet Potatoes

Time 1h5m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 pounds sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks
1 cup packed brown sugar
5 teaspoons cornstarch
¼ teaspoon salt
⅛ teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 cup apricot nectar
½ cup hot water
2 teaspoons grated orange peel
2 tablespoons butter
½ cup chopped pecans

Steps:

  • Place the sweet potatoes into a large pot and cover with water. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until tender, about 20 minutes. Drain and allow to steam dry for a minute or two.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  • Mix together brown sugar, cornstarch, salt, cinnamon, apricot nectar, water, and orange peel in a saucepan; bring to a boil over medium heat. Reduce heat to medium-low, and cook for 2 minutes, stirring constantly. When the sauce is thick, stir in the butter and pecans. Place the sweet potato chunks into the prepared baking dish, and pour the sauce over to coat all the potatoes.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until tender and bubbling, 25 to 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 347.9 calories, Carbohydrate 68.4 g, Cholesterol 7.6 mg, Fat 7.9 g, Fiber 6 g, Protein 3.5 g, SaturatedFat 2.3 g, Sodium 196 mg, Sugar 38.4 g

APRICOT PINEAPPLE AND SWEET POTATO BAKE



APRICOT PINEAPPLE AND SWEET POTATO BAKE image

Categories     Potato     Side     Bake     Vegetarian     Kid-Friendly

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

8 ounces dried apricots
1 cup apricot nectar
2 medium sweet potatoes
3/4 cup brown sugar
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1 cup pineapple juice
1/2 cup crushed pineapple
Reserved apricot nectar, plus enough to make 1/2 cup
1/4 cup butter, melted
1/2 cup chopped pecans

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350'. In a medium blows soak dried apricots in nectar for 30 minutes. Meanwhile, peel and thinly slice sweet potatoes. Drain apricots and reserve nectar. Arrange sweet and apricots in a well greased 8X8 baking dish. Mix together brown sugar, cornstarch, cinnamon, pineapple juice, pineapple, apricot syrup and butter. Pour mixture over yams and apricots sprinkle with chopped pecans and bake uncovered for 45-50 minutes, or until sweet potatoes are tender. Makes 6-8 servings.

Tips:

  • Choose ripe and flavorful fruits: Apricots and pineapples should be ripe and sweet, while sweet potatoes should be firm and free of blemishes.
  • Use a variety of spices: The combination of cinnamon, ginger, and nutmeg adds a warm and inviting flavor to the bake.
  • Don't overcook the sweet potatoes: They should be tender but still hold their shape.
  • Serve warm or cold: This dish can be enjoyed as a warm dessert or a cold snack.

Conclusion:

Apricot, pineapple, and sweet potato bake is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. With its sweet and tangy flavor, this bake is sure to please everyone at the table. It's also a healthy and nutritious dish, packed with vitamins, minerals, and fiber.

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