How to Make Baked Sweet Potatoes with Raisins and Pecans - A Step-by-Step Guide

Sweet potatoes are a versatile and nutritious vegetable that can be prepared in a variety of ways. From mashed sweet potatoes to sweet potato fries, there are countless delicious dishes that can be created using this humble root vegetable. One of our favorite ways to enjoy sweet potatoes is by baking them with the perfect combination of raisins and pecans. This dish combines the natural sweetness of sweet potatoes with the chewy texture of raisins and the crunchy goodness of pecans, creating ...

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Ingredients

  • 5 sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • 1 ounce raisins
  • 1 ounce chopped pecans
  • ¼ cup butter, melted
  • ½ cup maple syrup
  • ½ cup water

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 hr
  • Total Time: 1 hr 10 mins
  • Servings: 12
  • Yield: 6 cups

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • Spread sweet potatoes in a single layer in a 9x13 inch baking dish. Sprinkle with raisins and chopped pecans.
  • In a small bowl, mix the butter, syrup and water. Pour the mixture over potatoes.
  • Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil. Bake in the preheated oven 50 to 60 minutes, until sweet potatoes are tender.
  • Nutrition

    138 cal.

    • Total Fat: 6g
    • Saturated Fat: 3g
    • Cholesterol: 10mg
    • Sodium: 59mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 22g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 12g
    • Protein: 1g
    • Vitamin C: 1mg
    • Calcium: 29mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 238mg