Apricot Glazed Sweet Potato Bake Recipe

Ingredients for Apricot Glazed Sweet Potato Bake

• 3 lbs sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
• 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons cornstarch
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• Apricot Nectar
• Hot Water
• Orange Zest
• 4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) butter
• Freshly ground black pepper to taste
• 1/2 cup chopped pecans

How to Make Apricot Glazed Sweet Potato Bake

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Butter a 13 x 9-inch baking dish.
3. Peel and cube 3 lbs sweet potatoes. Place in the prepared baking dish.
4. In a medium saucepan, whisk together 1/2 cup packed brown sugar, 2 tablespoons cornstarch, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon.
5. Stir in 1 cup apricot nectar and 1 tablespoon orange zest.
6. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly. Reduce heat and simmer for 2 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened.
7. Remove from heat and stir in 4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) butter and 1/2 cup chopped pecans.
8. Pour the apricot glaze evenly over the sweet potatoes.
9. Season with freshly ground black pepper to taste.
10. Bake uncovered for 20-25 minutes, or until the sweet potatoes are tender and the glaze is bubbly.