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Sweet Potato Puffs (recipes)


Sweet Potato Puff

Yield: Makes 10 servings

These delicate puffs of sweet potato have added appeal with the tangy flavor of orange and the crunchy texture of pecans. They are excellent accompanied with low-sodium ham and steamed green beans.





Ingredients:



2pounds sweet potatoes

1/3cup orange juice

1egg, beaten

1tablespoon grated orange peel

1/2teaspoon ground nutmeg

1/4cup chopped pecans









Preparation:





1.Peel and cut sweet potatoes into 1-inch pieces. Place potatoes in medium saucepan, add enough water to cover. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Cook 10 to 15 minutes or until tender. Drain potatoes; place in large bowl. Mash until smooth. Add orange juice, egg, orange peel and nutmeg; mix well.2.Preheat oven to 375°F. Spray baking sheet with nonstick cooking spray. Spoon potato mixture in 10 mounds onto prepared baking sheet. Sprinkle pecans over tops of mounds.3.Bake 30 minutes or until centers are hot. Garnish, if desired.









Nutritional Information:







Serving Size: 1 puff







Sodium

14 mg







Protein

2 g







Fiber

2 g







Carbohydrate

19 g







Cholesterol

21 mg







Saturated Fat









Total Fat

3 g







Calories from Fat

21 %







Calories

103









Dietary Exchange:







Fat

1/2







Vegetable

1







Starch

1