Sweet Potatoes & Apple Casserole With a Hint of Bourbon |
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Prep Time: 30 Minutes Cook Time: 45 Minutes |
Ready In: 75 Minutes Servings: 6 |
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Sweet potatoes are not only an excellent source of Vitamins C and E, beta carotene, folic acid, potassium and fiber; they are DELICIOUS! This holiday, make a sweet potatoe dish like grandma used to or start your own holiday tradition with a new recipe twist like this sweet potatoe and apple casserole that will have your dinner guests asking for seconds. The brown sugar and maple syrup, almost turns this dish into a dessert - not for everyday perhaps, but just the thing for a holiday treat. Ingredients:
2 eggs |
1 cup granulated sugar |
3/4 cup butter, softened |
1/2 cup evaporated milk |
1 teaspoon vanilla |
1/2 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg |
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon |
1 pinch salt |
3 cups fresh sweet potatoes (scrubbed, steamed, peeled and mashed) |
1 1/2 cups apple pie filling |
1/4 cup bourbon |
1/2 cup brown sugar |
1/3 cup flour |
2 tablespoons butter |
1/2 cup walnuts, chopped and toasted |
3 tablespoons maple syrup |
Directions:
1. Combine all ingredients except those for topping in a large mixing bowl. Using electric mixer, beat until smooth.
2. Spoon sweet potatoe mixture into a greased 2-quart casserole. Set aside.
3. In a small mixing bowl, combine the brown sugar and flour. Using a pastry blender or a fork, cut in the butter until the mixture is the consistency of cornmeal. Stir in the toasted walnuts.
4. Sprinkle topping over sweet potato casserole; drizzle with maple syrup. Bake at 350 degrees for 45 minutes, or until bubbly.
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