🍠🍯 Citrus Bliss: Orange Honey Sweet Potatoes Recipe 🍊🧡

Orange Honey Sweet Potatoes Recipe

Description

This Orange Honey Sweet Potatoes recipe is our absolute favorite for holiday gatherings. It’s a delightful combination of sweet potatoes, creamy half-and-half, golden brown sugar, and a hint of citrusy zest. 🍊🍯 You can even elevate the presentation by serving them in hollowed-out orange shells, creating a stunning individual serving dish that will surely impress your guests. This dish is not just delicious, it’s also low in cholesterol and high in essential nutrients, making it a healthy addition to your festive table. Whether it’s for Christmas, Thanksgiving, or just a cozy weeknight dinner, these Orange Honey Sweet Potatoes are sure to become a staple in your recipe collection.

Recipe Information

• Name: Orange Honey Sweet Potatoes
• Category: Yam/Sweet Potato
• Keywords: Potato, Vegetable, Low Protein, Low Cholesterol, Healthy, Christmas, Thanksgiving, Weeknight, < 4 Hours
• Cook Time: 1 hour
• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
• Servings: 8
• Calories per Serving: 337.6
• Fat per Serving: 7.2g
• Saturated Fat per Serving: 4.4g
• Cholesterol per Serving: 19.8mg
• Sodium per Serving: 516.1mg
• Carbohydrates per Serving: 65.4g
• Fiber per Serving: 8g
• Sugar per Serving: 22.9g
• Protein per Serving: 4.9g

Ingredients

Instructions

1. Roast Sweet Potatoes

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   • Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
   • Scrub the sweet potatoes clean and pierce them with a fork.
   • Place them on a baking sheet and roast for about 1 hour, or until tender. The time may vary depending on the size of the potatoes. 🍠

2. Prepare the Sauce

   • In a saucepan, combine the half-and-half, golden brown sugar, unsalted butter, 3 tablespoons of orange zest, ground coriander, salt, and ground ginger.
   • Stir the mixture over medium heat until everything is well combined and heated through. This will create a fragrant and creamy sauce. 🍶

3. Mix it Up

   • Once the sweet potatoes are roasted and tender, carefully slice them open and scoop out the flesh into a large bowl.
   • Pour the hot creamy mixture over the sweet potatoes. 🥄
   • Using a hand mixer or a potato masher, whip everything together until smooth and creamy. Adjust the seasoning if needed.

4. Serve

   • These Orange Honey Sweet Potatoes are best served immediately, while they are warm and fluffy.
   • For an extra touch, you can transfer the mixture into hollowed-out orange shells for a beautiful and festive presentation.
   • If you’re preparing these ahead of time, you can also place the whipped sweet potatoes in a casserole dish, cover, and refrigerate until ready to reheat and serve.

Tips

• Variation: Feel free to customize these sweet potatoes to your liking. Add a sprinkle of cinnamon or nutmeg for extra warmth, or top with toasted pecans or marshmallows for a delightful crunch.

• Make Ahead: These Orange Honey Sweet Potatoes can be made a day ahead and stored in the refrigerator. Simply reheat in the oven or microwave before serving.

• Freezing: While these sweet potatoes are best enjoyed fresh, you can freeze any leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 months. Thaw in the refrigerator before reheating.

• Serving Suggestions: Serve these Orange Honey Sweet Potatoes alongside your favorite holiday dishes such as roast turkey, glazed ham, or a hearty vegetarian main course. They also make a wonderful side for any weeknight dinner, adding a touch of sweetness and warmth to the meal.

Enjoy these Orange Honey Sweet Potatoes as a comforting and delicious addition to your holiday table, or any time you’re craving a cozy, flavorful side dish. 🧡🍠