Citrus Glazed Sweet Potato Casserole
Tender sweet potatoes with a pineapple juice, orange zest and brown sugar glaze sprinkled with chopped nuts is absolutely irresistable!This Citrus Glazed Sweet Potato Casserole can be made ahead of time and is a regular side on our family’s Thanksgiving table!
Servings 10 people
Calories 233kcal
Ingredients
- 3 1/2 pounds sweet potatoes about 5-6 medium sized potatoes
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1/4 cup brown sugar firmly packed
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- 2 teaspoons grated orange rind
- 1/2 cup pineapple juice
- 1/4 cup walnuts finely chopped
Instructions
- Cook sweet potatoes in boiling water 20 to 25 minutes or until just barely fork tender. Be sure not to overcook potatoes as they can become too soft.
- Drain potatoes and allow to cool to touch. Peel and cut into 1/2" slices. Arrange potatoes in rows in a 12 x 8 x 2" baking dish and set aside.
Glaze
- Combine all other ingredients in a saucepan. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until begins to boil, boil 1 minute. Continue stirring constantly until mixture is thickened and bubbly.
- Pour glaze over potatoes and sprinkle with finely chopped nuts.
- Cover and refrigerate for 8 hours or overnight.
- Remove from refrigerator, let stand 30 minutes prior to baking. If dish is still cold place in oven before turning it on. Turn oven to 350°F and bake for about 30 minutes until potatoes are warmed through.
Nutrition
Calories: 233kcal | Carbohydrates: 47g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 6mg | Sodium: 110mg | Potassium: 575mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 20g | Vitamin A: 22593IU | Vitamin C: 6mg | Calcium: 57mg | Iron: 1mg