Cranberry Sweet Potato Bake Recipe
Description: This delightful Cranberry Sweet Potato Bake recipe, discovered in a grocery ad, promises a tantalizing blend of flavors perfect for any occasion, especially Thanksgiving Day dinner. Inspired by Ocean Spray, it combines the wholesome goodness of sweet potatoes with the tartness of cranberries, the sweetness of apples, and the nuttiness of pecans. Bursting with festive flavors, this dish is sure to become a family favorite!
Cook Time: 1 hour
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 8
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 257.7
- Fat Content: 8.9g
- Saturated Fat Content: 4g
- Cholesterol Content: 15.2mg
- Sodium Content: 89.6mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 45g
- Fiber Content: 4.7g
- Sugar Content: 26.7g
- Protein Content: 2.2g
Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 sweet potatoes
- 1 cup cranberries
- 1 apple
- 1/2 cup raisins
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/3 cup cranberry juice cocktail
- 1 1/2 cups pecan halves
Instructions:
| Step | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 | Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius). |
| 2 | In a large mixing bowl, combine the sweet potatoes, cranberries, apple, and raisins. |
| 3 | In a separate bowl, mix together the butter, sugar, and spices until well combined. |
| 4 | Add the sweet potato mixture to the bowl of butter, sugar, and spices, tossing gently to coat the ingredients evenly. |
| 5 | Transfer the coated mixture to a shallow 2-quart casserole dish, spreading it out evenly. |
| 6 | Pour the cranberry juice cocktail over the top of the casserole. |
| 7 | Cover the casserole dish and bake in the preheated oven for 50 minutes, or until the potatoes are almost soft, stirring occasionally to ensure even cooking. |
| 8 | Uncover the dish, stir in the pecan halves, and continue baking for an additional 10 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender and the pecans are lightly toasted. |
| 9 | Remove from the oven and let the Cranberry Sweet Potato Bake sit for 10 minutes before serving. |
| 10 | Serve warm and enjoy the delicious blend of flavors! |
This Cranberry Sweet Potato Bake is a delightful addition to any Thanksgiving feast or weeknight dinner. With its vibrant colors, rich flavors, and wholesome ingredients, it’s sure to impress your guests and leave them craving more. Try this recipe today and elevate your culinary experience with every bite! 🍠🍇🍏🍯
