Baked Spiced Sweet Potatoes And Pears Creole Recipe

A warm and comforting twist on Creole cuisine! This Baked Spiced Sweet Potatoes and Pears Creole recipe features tender sweet potatoes (baked with their skins on for extra nutrients and flavor!), juicy pears, and a fragrant blend of warm spices. Inspired by a Gumbo Pages recipe, this dish is perfect for a cozy autumn or winter evening. Enjoy the sweet and savory harmony in every bite!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 115 mins
Calories 264.6 kcal
Protein 2g
Rating 5.0 (2 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Baked Spiced Sweet Potatoes And Pears Creole

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  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 large sweet potatoes
  • 2 ripe but firm pears
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
  • a dollop of plain Greek yogurt (optional, for garnish)

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How to Make Baked Spiced Sweet Potatoes And Pears Creole

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Wash and scrub 2 large sweet potatoes and 2 ripe but firm pears thoroughly. Do not peel the sweet potatoes.
  3. Cut the sweet potatoes and pears into 1-inch cubes.
  4. In a large bowl, combine the sweet potatoes and pears with 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg, 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves, 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional), 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
  5. Toss everything together until the sweet potatoes and pears are evenly coated with the spices and oil.
  6. Transfer the mixture to a baking dish (approximately 9x13 inches).
  7. Bake for 60-75 minutes, or until the sweet potatoes and pears are tender and slightly caramelized, stirring halfway through.
  8. Serve warm. Optional: Garnish with fresh parsley or a dollop of plain Greek yogurt.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

7 g

Sugar

106g

Fat

29g

Carbs

14g