Sweet Patooties

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 11

Sweet Patooties - A Sweet and Nutritious Side Dish Recipe

by The Chefin Side

Prep

15 min

Cook

1 hr 5 min

Ready In

1 hr 20 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

4-6

Calories

281

Sugar

23g

Fat

Sweet Patooties are a delicious and nutritious side dish that can be enjoyed all year round. These sweet potatoes are sliced and baked to tender perfection, then topped with a sweet and nutty coconut and pecan topping. Maple syrup and pumpkin pie spice add an extra layer of flavor to this side dish that is sure to be a hit at any dinner party. Sweet Patooties are perfect for those who want to add more vegetables to their diet while satisfying their sweet tooth.

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
2.	Arrange sweet potato slices in a greased baking dish.
3.	In a bowl, whisk together evaporated skim milk, pure maple syrup, vanilla, and pumpkin pie spice. Pour mixture over the sweet potatoes.
4.	Drizzle melted butter over sweet potatoes. Sprinkle chopped pecans and shredded coconut over top.
5.	Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 45 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes or until sweet potatoes are tender and topping is golden brown.

PROS

Sweet Patooties are a delicious and nutritious alternative to traditional sweet potato side dishes.
The combination of maple syrup, coconut, and pecans make for a flavorful topping that is sure to please your taste buds.
Sweet potatoes are also a great source of dietary fiber, vitamin C, and potassium.

CONS

This dish can be high in calories and sugar, therefore, should be consumed in moderation.
Those with nut allergies should avoid this recipe.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Sweet potatoes are a great source of dietary fiber,
vitamins B6, C, and D, and minerals such as iron and potassium. Eating sweet potatoes may help improve gut health and lower blood pressure levels. Maple syrup is a natural sweetener that contains vitamins and minerals such as zinc and manganese, which are important for healthy bones and immune system function. Pecans are packed with healthy fats, fiber, and protein, which can help reduce the risk of heart disease and improve digestion.

	4 sweet potatoes , peeled and cut into 1/4 inch slices
	1/2 cup evaporated skim milk
	1/3 cup pure maple syrup
	1 teaspoon vanilla
	1/4 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
	1 tablespoon butter , melted
	1/4 cup chopped pecans
	1/4 cup shredded sweetened coconut