Sweet Potato Casserole With Maple Syrup, Cinnamon and Tarragon

A Thanksgiving tradition, sweet potato casserole is something that can be made and enjoyed every day of the year. While peak season for sweet potatoes is from November through December, they can be found in most supermarkets on a year round basis. Sweet potatoes absorb other flavors very well making them a joy to work with in the kitchen and allowing for a good deal of creativity in creating dishes. Here the sweet potatoes are combined with maple syrup, butter, orange juice, ground cinnamon, salt and dried tarragon. This is a nice mix of tart and sweet to go with the slightly sweet flavor of the potatoes.

Loaded with protein, vitamins and other essential nutrients, sweet potatoes are healthy and nutritious. Look for firm specimens with deep orange color and even outer skin coloration. Avoid those with any blemishes or signs of decay. For best results use them within two weeks of purchase. Store in a cool, dark location and avoid placing them in the refrigerator, as it makes the center core hard.

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Sweet Potato Casserole with Maple Syrup, Cinnamon and Tarragon

Ingredients:

Butter or Vegetable Oil
4 pounds Sweet Potatoes, peeled and sliced crosswise into 1/4-inch thick rounds
1/2 cup Maple Syrup
1/4 cup Unsalted Butter, melted
1/4 cup Fresh Orange Juice
1/4 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon Coarse Salt
2 teaspoons Dried Tarragon

Preparation:

1. Preheat the oven to 350 F.
2. Lightly grease a shallow 2-quart casserole dish with butter or vegetable oil
3. Arrange sweet potato rounds in overlapping rows on bottom of casserole dish.
4. Add maple syrup, unsalted butter, fresh orange juice, ground cinnamon, and coarse salt to small bowl.
5. Stir to combine and pour evenly over potato rounds.
6. Sprinkle dried tarragon over the top.
7. Cover casserole dish with foil.
8. Bake the covered casserole for 25 to 30 minutes. Remove foil.
9. Bake another 20 to 25 minutes, uncovered, or until golden around the edges.

Sweet Potato Casserole With Maple Syrup, Cinnamon and Tarragon

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