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Sweet Potato Cranberry Casserole

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Sweet Potato Cranberry Casserole Recipe ๐Ÿ ๐Ÿ‡

Overview:

This Sweet Potato Cranberry Casserole is a delightful dish perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a cozy weeknight dinner or a festive holiday feast. Bursting with flavors of sweet potatoes, tart cranberries, and warm spices, it pairs wonderfully with chicken, turkey, or ham. Plus, you can prepare it ahead of time, making it an excellent choice for busy days or special gatherings.

  • Preparation Time: 15 minutes
  • Cooking Time: 1 hour
  • Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
  • Servings: 8
  • Calories: 282.6 per serving
  • Rating: โญโญโญโญโญ (8 reviews)

Ingredients:

  • 3 1/2 sweet potatoes
  • 2 onions
  • 2 tablespoons lite olive oil
  • 2 cups fresh cranberries
  • 2/3 cup frozen cranberries
  • 2 cups golden brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 tablespoon margarine
  • Juice and rind of 1 orange
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon

Instructions:

  1. Preheat Oven: Begin by preheating your oven to 400ยฐF (200ยฐC).

  2. Prepare Sweet Potatoes and Onions: Peel and chop the sweet potatoes and onions. Mix them together and spread the mixture evenly into two shallow ovenproof dishes, each about 8×12 inches in size.

  3. Bake Veggies: Lightly spray the vegetables with oil and bake in the preheated oven until the sweet potatoes are just tender, but still slightly underdone. This should take approximately 20-25 minutes.

  4. Lower Oven Temperature: Reduce the oven temperature to 350ยฐF (175ยฐC).

  5. Prepare Cranberry Mixture: While the sweet potatoes are baking, prepare the cranberry mixture. In a bowl, combine the fresh and frozen cranberries, golden brown sugar, butter, margarine, orange juice, orange rind, salt, nutmeg, ginger, and cinnamon. Mix well to ensure all the ingredients are thoroughly combined.

  6. Combine and Bake: Once the sweet potatoes are partially cooked, pour the cranberry mixture evenly over the top of each casserole dish. Stir well to coat all the pieces of vegetables with the cranberry mixture.

  7. Bake Casseroles: Return the casseroles to the oven and bake, uncovered, for an additional 30-40 minutes, or until the sweet potatoes are tender and the cranberry mixture is sticky and caramelized. Stir the casseroles once during cooking to ensure even baking.

  8. Optional Freezing: If you’d like to prepare the casseroles ahead of time, you can freeze them before the final baking step. Simply cover tightly and freeze. On the day you plan to serve them, defrost the casseroles and then follow the final baking instructions.

  9. Refrigeration Option: Alternatively, you can refrigerate the prepared casseroles, tightly covered, for up to a day before baking. This allows you to prepare them in advance and bake them fresh on the day of your dinner.

Serving Suggestions:

  • Serve this Sweet Potato Cranberry Casserole as a delightful side dish alongside roasted chicken, turkey, or ham.
  • It’s perfect for holiday gatherings, including Christmas and Thanksgiving dinners.
  • Pair it with a fresh salad or steamed vegetables for a complete meal.
  • Garnish with fresh herbs or orange zest for an extra pop of flavor.

Tips:

  • For a twist, you can add chopped nuts such as pecans or walnuts to the cranberry mixture for added crunch and flavor.
  • Adjust the sweetness to your preference by adding more or less brown sugar.
  • Make sure to stir the casseroles once during baking to prevent sticking and ensure even cooking.
  • Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven or microwave.
  • Feel free to customize the spices to suit your taste preferences. You can also add a pinch of cayenne pepper for a hint of heat.

Enjoy this delightful Sweet Potato Cranberry Casserole, bursting with seasonal flavors and perfect for any occasion! ๐Ÿ ๐Ÿ‡

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