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Tropical Sweet Potatoes

Name: Tropical Sweet Potatoes
Prep time: 50 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 1 h 20 min
Yield: 8-10 servings.
Ingredients: 4 large sweet potatoes (3-1/2 pounds); 1 can (8 ounces) crushed pineapple, undrained; 6 tablespoons butter, melted, divided; 3/4 teaspoon salt; Pinch pepper; 1/2 cup crushed saltines; 2 tablespoons brown sugar; Pinch ground cloves

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Prep: 50 min. Bake: 30 min.

Makes

8-10 servings

Updated: Oct. 20, 2022

Sweet potatoes take on a tropical twist with crushed pineapple mixed in. I add a crumb topping, which bakes to a pretty golden color, and a fresh pineapple garnish. —Mary Gaylord, Balsam Lake, Wisconsin

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Ingredients

4 large sweet potatoes (3-1/2 pounds)
1 can (8 ounces) crushed pineapple, undrained
6 tablespoons butter, melted, divided
3/4 teaspoon salt
Pinch pepper
1/2 cup crushed saltines
2 tablespoons brown sugar
Pinch ground cloves

Directions

In a large saucepan, cover sweet potatoes with water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 30 minutes or until tender. Drain and cool.
Peel the potatoes and place in a large bowl; mash. Add the pineapple, 2 tablespoons butter, salt and pepper; mix well.
Transfer to a greased 2-qt. baking dish. Combine saltines, brown sugar, cloves and remaining butter; sprinkle over potatoes. Bake, uncovered, at 375° for 30 minutes.

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