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Gingered Sweet Potatos With Crispy Walnut Crust

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This comforting side dish transforms humble sweet potatoes into a rich, spiced delight. The base is a creamy, smooth puree infused with warm ground ginger and bright orange zest, balanced by a touch of black pepper. It is crowned with a generous, crunchy topping of walnuts, flour, and dark brown sugar that bakes into a golden, crumbly crust. The combination of soft, aromatic potato and crisp, caramelized nuts creates a wonderful textural contrast.
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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 6
Calories: 646.0
Dietary: Vegetarian
Description
This comforting side dish transforms humble sweet potatoes into a rich, spiced delight. The base is a creamy, smooth puree infused with warm ground ginger and bright orange zest, balanced by a touch of black pepper. It is crowned with a generous, crunchy topping of walnuts, flour, and dark brown sugar that bakes into a golden, crumbly crust. The combination of soft, aromatic potato and crisp, caramelized nuts creates a wonderful textural contrast.
Ingredients
  • Sweet potatoes
  • Granulated sugar
  • Eggs, lightly beaten
  • Butter
  • Ground ginger
  • Grated orange rind
  • Salt
  • Freshly ground pepper
  • Finely minced crystallized ginger
  • All-purpose flour
  • English walnuts
  • Black walnuts
  • Dark brown sugar
Directions
  1. 1
    Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. 2
    Bake sweet potatoes at 425°F for 1 hour, then reduce heat to 350°F (175°C) and continue baking until tender, about 30 minutes more.
  3. 3
    Scoop out potato flesh and place in a food processor; puree until smooth.
  4. 4
    In a large bowl, combine sweet potato puree, granulated sugar, beaten eggs, 4 tablespoons butter, orange rind, ground ginger, salt, pepper, and crystallized ginger. Blend well.
  5. 5
    Spread potato mixture into a greased 13x9-inch baking dish.
  6. 6
    In a small bowl, combine flour, English walnuts, black walnuts, remaining 6 tablespoons butter, and dark brown sugar.
  7. 7
    Sprinkle nut mixture evenly over potato base.
  8. 8
    Bake at 350°F (177°C) for 1 hour, or until top is browned and puffs slightly.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6 servings

Amount Per Serving
Calories 646.0kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 36.0g56%
Saturated Fat 20.8g104%
Cholesterol 267.6mg90%
Sodium 1553.7mg65%
Total Carbohydrate 76.0g26%
Dietary Fiber 2.4g10%
Sugars 63.9g
Protein 8.2g17%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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