Best 5 Sweet Potatoes And Black Walnuts Recipes

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Are you looking for a delectable and nutritious side dish that will impress your family and friends? Look no further than sweet potatoes and black walnuts. This classic combination is a harmonious blend of sweet, earthy, and nutty flavors that will elevate any meal. Whether you're preparing for a holiday feast or simply seeking a delightful addition to your weekday dinner, these two ingredients come together to create a dish that is not only delicious but also packed with essential nutrients.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

SWEET POTATOES AND BLACK WALNUTS



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Make and share this Sweet Potatoes and Black Walnuts recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Tonkcats

Categories     Potato

Time 50m

Yield 1 batch

Number Of Ingredients 7

6 large sweet potatoes
1 cup milk, hot
3 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons butter, melted
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup black walnut
1 pinch salt

Steps:

  • Peel, boil and mash sweet potatoes.
  • Add hot milk, sugar and 3 tablespoons butter.
  • Add black walnuts and salt; mix thoroughly.
  • Place in greased baking dish.
  • Pour melted butter on top of potato mixture. Bake 20 to 30 minutes at 350 degrees.

MAPLE-WALNUT SWEET POTATOES



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Topped with dried cherries and walnuts, this side is downright delicious. Even people who aren't into sweet potatoes will grab a second scoop. -Sarah Herse, Brooklyn, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 5h15m

Yield 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 pounds sweet potatoes (about 8 medium)
3/4 cup coarsely chopped walnuts, divided
1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
1/2 cup dried cherries, coarsely chopped
1/2 cup maple syrup
1/4 cup apple cider or juice
1/4 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Peel and cut sweet potatoes lengthwise in half; cut crosswise into 1/2-in. slices. Place in a 5-qt. slow cooker. Add 1/2 cup walnuts, brown sugar, cherries, syrup, cider and salt; toss to combine., Cook, covered, on low 5-6 hours or until potatoes are tender. Sprinkle with remaining walnuts.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 298 calories, Fat 5g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 70mg sodium, Carbohydrate 62g carbohydrate (37g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

BOURBON-WALNUT SWEET POTATO MASH



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Provided by Michael Lomonaco

Categories     Bourbon     Side     Roast     Thanksgiving     Vegetarian     High Fiber     Walnut     Sweet Potato/Yam     Fall     Maple Syrup     Bon Appétit     Pescatarian     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes 8 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 pounds red-skinned sweet potatoes (yams)
1/2 cup whipping cream
6 tablespoons (3/4 cup) butter
1/4 cup pure maple syrup
2 tablespoons bourbon
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground allspice
3/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 cup walnuts, toasted, chopped

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Roast potatoes on rimmed baking sheet until tender, 1 to 1 1/2 hours. Cool slightly. Scoop flesh into large bowl; discard skins. Mash hot potatoes until coarse puree forms.
  • Heat cream and butter in heavy small saucepan over low heat until butter melts, stirring occasionally. Gradually stir hot cream mixture into hot potatoes. Stir in syrup, bourbon, and all spices. Season with salt and pepper. DO AHEAD: Can be prepared 1 day ahead. Cover and chill. Rewarm in microwave. Sprinkle nuts over and serve.

SWEET POTATOES



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This should be a dessert. It is so good! The crunchiness of walnuts and the fruity taste of raisins complement this traditional holiday dish.

Provided by Shannon

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Sweet Potatoes

Yield 9

Number Of Ingredients 7

6 large sweet potatoes
1 (15 ounce) can apricot halves
4 apple - peeled, cored and sliced
½ cup packed brown sugar
½ cup chopped walnuts
½ cup raisins
2 tablespoons butter

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C)
  • In a large soup pot, boil potatoes until soft. Add sliced apples just 5 minutes before potatoes are done. Remove from heat. Drain.
  • In a large casserole dish, mix potatoes and apples. Dot with butter. Sprinkle brown sugar, walnuts, and raisins on top of potato mixture. Pour apricots over top.
  • Bake uncovered for 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 466.6 calories, Carbohydrate 98.6 g, Cholesterol 6.8 mg, Fat 7.1 g, Fiber 12 g, Protein 6.4 g, SaturatedFat 2.1 g, Sodium 191.6 mg, Sugar 45.1 g

SWEET POTATO BLACK BEAN BURGERS



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A vegetarian friend shared this recipe with our family. A hit! Serve with the toppings of your choice, like baby spinach or romaine lettuce, ketchup, mustard, avocado, red onion, and tomato slices.

Provided by ESPANA1

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Burger Recipes     Veggie

Time 1h16m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 large sweet potato
1 cooking spray
2 (15 ounce) cans black beans, rinsed and drained
½ cup quick cooking oats
¼ cup chopped onion
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon ground cumin
¼ teaspoon freshly grated ginger
¼ teaspoon salt
1 pinch ground cinnamon

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Poke a few holes into sweet potato with a fork; place on a greased baking sheet.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until sweet potato can be easily pierced with a fork, 35 to 45 minutes. Remove from oven and cool until easily handled. Reduce heat to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Spray a baking sheet with cooking spray.
  • Peel sweet potato and place into a large bowl. Add black beans and mash with a whisk or fork. Add oats, onions, Dijon mustard, cumin, ginger, salt, and cinnamon and mix until well combined. Shape mixture into 6 patties with wet hands and place onto prepared baking sheet.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until cooked in the center and crisp on the outside, about 8 minutes on each side.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 227.1 calories, Carbohydrate 44.7 g, Fat 1 g, Fiber 13 g, Protein 10.8 g, SaturatedFat 0.2 g, Sodium 746.3 mg, Sugar 3.5 g

Tips:

  • Choose the right sweet potatoes: Look for firm, unblemished sweet potatoes with smooth skin. Avoid any with bruises or soft spots.
  • Don't overcook the sweet potatoes: They should be tender but still slightly firm when pierced with a fork. Overcooked sweet potatoes will be mushy and bland.
  • Use fresh black walnuts if possible: They have a more intense flavor than dried walnuts. If you can't find fresh walnuts, use the best quality dried walnuts you can find.
  • Toast the walnuts before using them: This will bring out their flavor and make them more香脆.
  • Don't add the walnuts to the salad until just before serving: This will prevent them from getting soggy.

Conclusion:

Sweet potatoes and black walnuts are a delicious and nutritious combination. These recipes are a great way to enjoy them together. Whether you're looking for a simple side dish or a hearty main course, there's a recipe here for you. So next time you're looking for something new to try, give one of these recipes a try. You won't be disappointed!

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