How to Make Peach Pecan Sweet Potatoes - A Step-by-Step Guide

Sweet potatoes are a versatile and delicious staple in many kitchens, and there are countless ways to prepare them. One unique and flavorful dish that combines the sweetness of sweet potatoes with the flavors of peaches and pecans is the Peach Pecan Sweet Potatoes. This recipe is the perfect blend of savory and sweet, making it a great side dish for any meal, or even a standalone dish for a light and healthy lunch.

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Ingredients

  • 6 sweet potatoes, peeled and sliced 1/2 inch thick
  • 1 (16 ounce) package frozen unsweetened peach slices, thawed
  • 4 tablespoons butter, sliced into pats
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • ½ cup brown sugar
  • ½ teaspoon ground ginger
  • salt
  • ¼ cup coffee flavored liqueur (Optional)
  • ½ cup chopped pecans

Information

  • Prep Time: 30 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 hr 15 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 45 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 1 9x13-inch casserole

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  • Arrange half the sweet potatoes in the bottom of the prepared baking dish. Layer with half of the peach slices and dot with half the butter. Repeat layering with remaining sweet potatoes and peach slices and sprinkle with lemon juice. Combine the brown sugar, ginger, and salt and mix well.
  • Sprinkle the sugar mixture over the potatoes and peaches. Dot the casserole with remaining butter, and pour in the liqueur (see Cook's Note). Cover pan with aluminum foil.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until sweet potatoes are tender, about 1 hour. Remove foil, sprinkle with pecans, and continue baking 10 to 15 minutes, until pecans are toasted and fragrant.
  • Nutrition

    317 cal.

    • Total Fat: 11g
    • Saturated Fat: 4g
    • Cholesterol: 15mg
    • Sodium: 103mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 51g
    • Dietary Fiber: 5g
    • Total Sugars: 33g
    • Protein: 3g
    • Vitamin C: 57mg
    • Calcium: 49mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 457mg