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Maple Pecan Sweet Potato Boats: A Delicious Treat!

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Maple Pecan Sweet Potato Boats are a delightful and nutritious dish that combines the sweetness of maple syrup with the rich flavor of pecans and the earthiness of sweet potatoes.

Ingredients

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  • 2 large sweet potatoes
  • 1/4 cup maple syrup
  • 1/2 cup pecans, chopped
  • 1/4 cup butter, melted
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
  • Salt to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Wash and pierce the sweet potatoes with a fork.
  3. Bake the sweet potatoes for 45-60 minutes until tender.
  4. Once cooked, let them cool slightly, then cut them in half lengthwise.
  5. Scoop out some of the flesh, leaving a small border.
  6. In a bowl, mix the scooped sweet potato flesh with maple syrup, melted butter, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
  7. Fold in the chopped pecans.
  8. Fill the sweet potato halves with the mixture.
  9. Return to the oven and bake for an additional 15 minutes.
  10. Serve warm and enjoy!

Notes

  • For a vegan option, substitute butter with coconut oil.
  • Adjust the sweetness by adding more or less maple syrup.
  • These can be made ahead of time and reheated before serving.

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