Apple Spiced Sweet Potatoes Recipe

Ingredients for Apple Spiced Sweet Potatoes

• 3 pounds sweet potatoes, peeled and chopped into 1-inch cubes
• 1 (21 ounce) can apple pie filling
• Golden Raisin
• 5 tablespoons butter
• 1 tablespoon apple pie spice
• 1 cup pecan halves
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar

How to Make Apple Spiced Sweet Potatoes

1. Spray a 4-quart slow cooker with non-stick cooking spray.
2. Peel and chop 3 pounds of sweet potatoes into 1-inch cubes.
3. Add the chopped sweet potatoes, 1 (21 ounce) can apple pie filling, 1/2 cup raisins, 3 tablespoons butter, and 1 tablespoon apple pie spice to the slow cooker.
4. Gently stir to combine.
5. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours, or until sweet potatoes are tender.
6. While the sweet potatoes cook, prepare the candied pecans: In a large skillet, combine 1 cup pecan halves, 1/2 cup granulated sugar, and 2 tablespoons butter.
7. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, for 8-10 minutes, or until the sugar melts and turns a light golden brown, coating the pecans.
8. Pour the candied pecan mixture onto a sheet of parchment paper to cool completely.
9. Once cooled, coarsely chop the candied pecans.
10. Serve the slow-cooked sweet potatoes topped with the chopped candied pecans.