Uncategorized November 24, 2015

Crock Pot Sweet Potato Casserole

Sweet potatoes are yummy right?? Its a great treat to have for the holidays, but what about changing it up a bit and turning it into a yummy casserole? You literally just throw the ingredients in and walk away until its finished!! Thats my kind of recipe right there!!

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Ingredients:
5-7 sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into small cubes
1 cup unsweetened applesauce
1/3 cup packed light brown sugar
2 TBSP Extra Virgin Olive Oil1 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 cup toasted pecans

Directions:

  1. In a small mixing bowl, stir applesauce, light brown sugar, EVOO, and cinnamon together. 
  2. Lay sweet potatoes in the bottom of a slow cooker. 
  3. Pour applesauce mixture over potatoes. 
  4. Cover and cook on low until potatoes are tender, about 6-8 hours. 
  5. Blend potatoes in a mixer until nice and smooth. Sprinkle with nuts and serve.

Hope you can use this recipe for a nice family holiday dinner, and more!! 
Always remember to use portion sizes and drink lots of water to stay full longer!!
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