Roasted Apples and Sweet Potatoes in Honey-Bourbon Glaze

Vegetarian
Health score
8%
Roasted Apples and Sweet Potatoes in Honey-Bourbon Glaze
139 min.
12
381kcal

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Welcome to a delightful culinary adventure that seamlessly blends the sweet, comforting flavors of roasted apples and sweet potatoes with the indulgent touch of a honey-bourbon glaze. This Roasted Apples and Sweet Potatoes in Honey-Bourbon Glaze is not only a vegetarian delight but also an impressive dish that will steal the show at your next gathering. Perfectly suited for any occasion, whether it's a cozy family dinner, a festive holiday feast, or a simple afternoon snack, this dish is bound to please.

The pairing of tender, caramelized apples with earthy sweet potatoes evokes the warmth of autumn and the nostalgia of home-cooked meals. Enhanced by a rich glaze made of bourbon, brown sugar, honey, and spices, every bite offers a tantalizing harmony of flavors that will have your guests begging for the recipe. With the added crunch of coarsely chopped pecans on top, this dish presents a delightful textural contrast that is both satisfying and delicious.

Preparation is straightforward, making it accessible for both seasoned cooks and kitchen newcomers alike. In just under two and a half hours, you can create a stunning dish that not only looks beautiful but is also packed with wholesome ingredients. So, gather your friends and family, and get ready to impress them with this exquisite roasted apple and sweet potato dish that is sure to become a conversation starter at your dining table!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 cup bourbon 
  • 0.7 cup brown sugar packed
  • teaspoon ground cinnamon 
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground ginger 
  • 0.5 cup honey 
  • 0.3 cup juice of lemon fresh
  • 0.7 cup pecans coarsely chopped
  •  delicious apples 
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • lb sweet potatoes and into 
  • tablespoons butter unsalted

Equipment

  • bowl
  • baking sheet
  • sauce pan
  • oven
  • baking pan

Directions

  1. Wash sweet potatoes, and place on a baking sheet; prick with a fork.
  2. Bake at 400 for 1 hour or until almost tender.
  3. Remove from oven.
  4. Let stand 45 minutes or until cooled.
  5. Meanwhile, peel and core apples. Slice apples into 1/3" thick wedges; toss with lemon juice in a bowl.
  6. Peel cooled potatoes, and slice 1/3" thick. Arrange potatoes and apples alternately in a greased 13" x 9" baking dish.
  7. Pour remaining lemon juice over potatoes and apples.
  8. Combine brown sugar and next 6 ingredients in a saucepan, stirring well. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally; boil 2 minutes or until slightly thickened.
  9. Pour glaze over potatoes and apples.
  10. Bake, uncovered, at 400 for 30 minutes.
  11. Remove from oven; baste with glaze in bottom of dish, and sprinkle nuts across top.
  12. Bake 14 to 15 more minutes or until apples look roasted. Baste with glaze just before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Calories381kcal
Protein3.94%
Fat23.94%
Carbs72.12%

Properties

Glycemic Index
14.36
Glycemic Load
26.52
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
15.585652263916%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
1.36mg
Delphinidin
0.44mg
Peonidin
0.01mg
Catechin
1.03mg
Epigallocatechin
0.46mg
Epicatechin
3.48mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.23mg
Eriodictyol
0.25mg
Hesperetin
0.74mg
Naringenin
0.07mg
Apigenin
0.02mg
Luteolin
0.09mg
Kaempferol
0.08mg
Myricetin
0.06mg
Quercetin
1.86mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:380.97kcal
19.05%
Fat:10.23g
15.73%
Saturated Fat:4.02g
25.13%
Carbohydrates:69.32g
23.11%
Net Carbohydrates:61.84g
22.49%
Sugar:36.46g
40.51%
Cholesterol:15.05mg
5.02%
Sodium:206.2mg
8.97%
Alcohol:1.67g
100%
Alcohol %:0.74%
100%
Protein:3.79g
7.58%
Vitamin A:27016.69IU
540.33%
Manganese:0.85mg
42.7%
Fiber:7.49g
29.95%
Vitamin B6:0.44mg
21.91%
Potassium:742.89mg
21.23%
Copper:0.39mg
19.26%
Vitamin B5:1.63mg
16.33%
Magnesium:58.96mg
14.74%
Vitamin B1:0.2mg
13.14%
Phosphorus:114.19mg
11.42%
Vitamin C:8.74mg
10.59%
Iron:1.55mg
8.59%
Vitamin B2:0.14mg
8.47%
Calcium:78.47mg
7.85%
Folate:25.14µg
6.28%
Zinc:0.91mg
6.08%
Vitamin B3:1.21mg
6.07%
Vitamin E:0.83mg
5.55%
Vitamin K:5.16µg
4.91%
Selenium:1.75µg
2.5%
Source:My Recipes