Pineapple Sweet Potato Bake

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
9%
Pineapple Sweet Potato Bake
75 min.
8
489kcal

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Are you a fan of delightful, vegetarian-friendly side dishes that are not only gluten-free but also bursting with flavors that cater to your sweet tooth? If so, you're in for a real treat with this delectable Pineapple Sweet Potato Bake. This scrumptious recipe, which serves up to eight people, is a perfect blend of the natural sweetness of pineapple and the hearty, comforting taste of sweet potatoes. With a total preparation and baking time of just 75 minutes, it's a breeze to whip up for any occasion, from family dinners to festive gatherings.

Each serving of this heavenly side dish contains approximately 489 calories, offering a well-balanced meal that won't weigh you down. The beauty of this recipe lies in its simplicity and the way it brings together an array of flavors and textures. Imagine tender, buttery sweet potato wedges layered with juicy pineapple chunks, all drizzled with a homemade, syrupy sauce that's perfectly sweetened and spiced with a hint of cinnamon. To top it all off, maraschino cherries add a delightful pop of color and an extra touch of sweetness.

To create this culinary masterpiece, you'll need just a handful of ingredients and some basic kitchen equipment. The process involves boiling, baking, and a bit of simmering, making it accessible for cooks of all levels. Whether you're looking to add a unique twist to your Thanksgiving table or simply seeking a new way to enjoy sweet potatoes, this Pineapple Sweet Potato Bake is sure to impress and satisfy. So, roll up your sleeves, preheat your oven, and get ready to indulge in a side dish that's as beautiful as it is delicious.

Ingredients

  • 0.5 cup butter cubed
  • tablespoons cornstarch 
  • servings ground cinnamon 
  • 16  maraschino cherries 
  • 20 ounces pineapple chunks canned
  • cup sugar 
  • 4.5 pounds sweet potatoes and into 

Equipment

  • sauce pan
  • oven
  • baking pan
  • dutch oven

Directions

  1. Place sweet potatoes in a Dutch oven or large kettle and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 30-45 minutes or until tender.
  2. Drain; cool slightly. Peel and cut each potato lengthwise into quarters; cut each quarter into two or three wedges.
  3. Place in a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish.
  4. Drain pineapple, reserving juice.
  5. Sprinkle pineapple over potatoes. In a saucepan. combine sugar and cornstarch. Stir in the reserved pineapple juice until blended.
  6. Add butter. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened.
  7. Pour over potatoes and pineapple. Top with cherries; sprinkle with cinnamon.
  8. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 30-35 minutes or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts

Calories489kcal
Protein3.64%
Fat21.12%
Carbs75.24%

Properties

Glycemic Index
22.89
Glycemic Load
42.82
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
18.750000182701%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.03mg
Luteolin
0.05mg
Kaempferol
0.03mg
Myricetin
0.08mg
Quercetin
0.03mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:488.98kcal
24.45%
Fat:11.84g
18.21%
Saturated Fat:7.36g
45.97%
Carbohydrates:94.91g
31.64%
Net Carbohydrates:84.93g
30.88%
Sugar:49.65g
55.17%
Cholesterol:30.5mg
10.17%
Sodium:233.29mg
10.14%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:4.59g
9.19%
Vitamin A:36597.91IU
731.96%
Manganese:1.01mg
50.54%
Fiber:9.98g
39.9%
Vitamin B6:0.59mg
29.52%
Potassium:962.41mg
27.5%
Copper:0.48mg
24.25%
Vitamin B5:2.07mg
20.69%
Magnesium:76.36mg
19.09%
Vitamin B1:0.27mg
18.16%
Vitamin C:12.86mg
15.59%
Phosphorus:130.12mg
13.01%
Calcium:117.02mg
11.7%
Iron:1.99mg
11.05%
Vitamin B2:0.18mg
10.64%
Vitamin B3:1.66mg
8.28%
Folate:32.16µg
8.04%
Vitamin E:1.06mg
7.05%
Vitamin K:6.86µg
6.53%
Zinc:0.92mg
6.1%
Selenium:2.24µg
3.21%