Orange Sweet Potatoes

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Servings: 6 Difficulty: Intermediate
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Creamy, spiced sweet potato mash brightened with fresh orange juice and a hint of bitters.
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This vibrant side dish transforms humble sweet potatoes into a restaurant-quality accompaniment. By boiling the potatoes until fork-tender and mashing them with fresh orange juice, you achieve a naturally sweet and moist texture that requires no heavy cream. The addition of brown sugar and warm cinnamon enhances the earthy notes of the root vegetable, while a few dashes of Angostura bitters provide a sophisticated, aromatic depth that balances the sweetness perfectly. It’s an elegant yet simple dish that pairs beautifully with roasted poultry or pork. The bright citrus flavor makes it a refreshing choice for holiday tables or weeknight dinners, offering a lighter alternative to traditional candied yams.

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Orange Sweet Potatoes

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 6 Calories: 129.1

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This vibrant side dish transforms humble sweet potatoes into a restaurant-quality accompaniment. By boiling the potatoes until fork-tender and mashing them with fresh orange juice, you achieve a naturally sweet and moist texture that requires no heavy cream. The addition of brown sugar and warm cinnamon enhances the earthy notes of the root vegetable, while a few dashes of Angostura bitters provide a sophisticated, aromatic depth that balances the sweetness perfectly. It&# 226;ÂÂs an elegant yet simple dish that pairs beautifully with roasted poultry or pork. The bright citrus flavor makes it a refreshing choice for holiday tables or weeknight dinners, offering a lighter alternative to traditional candied yams.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  2. Peel and chop sweet potatoes into uniform chunks, then place them in a large pot of salted water.
  3. Bring water to a boil and cook sweet potatoes until fork-tender, about 15 to 20 minutes.
  4. Drain potatoes thoroughly and return them to the hot pot to steam dry for one minute.
  5. Mash the potatoes with a potato masher or electric mixer until smooth.
  6. Stir in orange juice, brown sugar, cinnamon, grated orange peel, and Angostura bitters.
  7. Whip the mixture until light and fluffy, adding more orange juice if needed for desired consistency.
  8. Transfer the mashed potatoes to a 1-quart ungreased casserole dish.
  9. Cover the dish with foil and bake for 30 minutes, or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

Amount Per Serving
Calories 129.1kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 0.1g1%
Saturated Fat 0.0g0%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 46.3mg2%
Total Carbohydrate 31.0g11%
Dietary Fiber 3.2g13%
Sugars 14.1g
Protein 1.8g4%

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

Note

Grated orange peel was listed in the original directions but missing from the ingredient list; it has been added to the ingredients for clarity.

For a richer texture, you can substitute some of the orange juice with unsweetened applesauce or a splash of non-dairy milk.

Angostura bitters are essential for the authentic flavor profile; do not omit them as they balance the sweetness.

Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in the microwave or oven.

Keywords: orange, sweet potato, cinnamon, vegan, side dish, gluten free, baking, holiday, thanksgiving, citrus, plant based, comfort food, easy, healthy, vegetarian, mash, orange juice, brown sugar
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