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Sweet Potato Puffs
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Sweet Potato Puff
YIELD Makes 10 servings
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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
| 2 | pounds sweet potatoes |
| 1/3 | cup orange juice |
| 1 | egg, beaten |
| 1 | tablespoon grated orange peel |
| 1/2 | teaspoon ground nutmeg |
| 1/4 | cup chopped pecans |
PREPARATION:
- 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.
- 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.
- Bake 30 minutes or until centers are hot. Garnish, if desired.
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Vegetable Side Dish
NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:
| Serving Size: | 1 puff |
| Sodium | 14 mg |
| Protein | 2 g |
| Fiber | 2 g |
| Carbohydrate | 19 g |
| Cholesterol | 21 mg |
| Saturated Fat | <1 g |
| Total Fat | 3 g |
| Calories from Fat | 21 % |
| Calories | 103 |
DIETARY EXCHANGE:
| Fat | 1/2 |
| Vegetable | 1 |
| Starch | 1 |
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