Apple Spiced Stuffed Potatoes (Printable Version)
Roasted sweet potatoes filled with warm apple, pecans, and cranberries for a comforting fall dish.
# Ingredients Required:
→ Root Vegetables
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4 medium sweet potatoes
→ Dairy & Fats
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30 grams unsalted butter
→ Fruits
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2 apples (Honeycrisp or Granny Smith), peeled and diced
→ Sweeteners & Spices
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15 milliliters pure maple syrup
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0.5 grams ground cinnamon
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0.25 grams ground nutmeg
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0.125 grams ground cloves
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0.25 grams salt
→ Nuts & Dried Fruits
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30 grams chopped pecans
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15 grams dried cranberries
→ Toppings (Optional)
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Plain Greek yogurt or whipped cream
# Guide to Cooking:
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Preheat the oven to 200°C. Pierce each sweet potato several times with a fork and place them on a baking sheet. Roast in the oven for 45 to 55 minutes until tender.
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Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add the diced apples and cook until softened, approximately 5 minutes. Stir in maple syrup, ground cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and salt. Continue cooking for 2 minutes to combine flavors.
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Carefully slice open each roasted sweet potato and gently fluff the flesh with a fork. Spoon the warm spiced apple mixture into each potato.
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Sprinkle chopped pecans and dried cranberries over the filled sweet potatoes. Serve warm with a dollop of plain Greek yogurt or whipped cream if desired.
# Extra Suggestions:
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To accommodate a vegan diet, replace butter with coconut oil and ensure the topping is dairy-free by using plant-based alternatives.
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Adjust the amount of spices according to taste preference for a milder or spicier filling.