Thanksgiving Sweet Potatoes are one of my favorite side dish recipes! They’re perfectly sweet with a great texture that pairs with turkey, stuffing, and more. I think it’s like eating a dessert before actually eating dessert!
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The key to this recipe is to thinly slice the potatoes. This gives them the best texture and also helps them to cook evenly and perfectly as well. Consistency is key when it comes to cutting and layering this delicious side dish recipe.
Ingredients Needed
- 4-5 medium-sized sweet potatoes, peeled
- ¾ cup pure maple syrup
- 1 tsp. ground fennel seeds
- 1 tsp. salt
- 3 Tbsp. raw pistachios – chopped
How to make Thanksgiving Sweet Potatoes
- Preheat the oven to 400°degrees F.
- Using a mandoline or sharp knife, slice the peeled sweet potatoes into 1/8″ thick discs.
- Add the maple syrup and ground fennel seed to a large mixing bowl and whisk to combine. Add the sliced sweet potatoes to the bowl and toss to coat.
- Grease a 2 qt. oval baking dish. Place the sweet potato discs into the dish, standing them upright and forming a circle around the dish, working the outside edge inward. Pack them in tightly so they stand upright easily.
- Once the dish is full, season with salt, top with the chopped pistachios, and our any remaining maple syrup over the top of the potatoes. Bake for about 1 hour or until soft and browned on top.
- Remove and serve hot.
Recipe FAQs and Notes
What is the easiest way to peel sweet potatoes?
It’s all in what you’re comfortable with. Some people peel them with a paring knife while others use a potato peeler.
How do you know when sweet potatoes are done baking?
For the potato casserole dish to be done baking, the sweet potatoes should be fork-tender. Just use a fork and give them a poke. You’ll know if they’re done!
How do you store leftover sweet potatoes?
All you have to do is put them in the fridge in a storage container so that they’re fresh and ready for the next day. Everyone knows that Thanksgiving leftovers are the best!
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Thanksgiving Sweet Potatoes
Thanksgiving Sweet Potatoes are one of my favorite side dish recipes! They're perfectly sweet with a great texture that pairs with turkey, stuffing, and more. I think it's like eating a dessert before actually eating dessert!
Ingredients
- 4-5 medium-sized sweet potatoes, peeled
- ¾ cup pure maple syrup
- 1 tsp. ground fennel seeds
- 1 tsp. salt
- 3 Tbsp. raw pistachios - chopped
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°degrees F.
- Using a mandoline or sharp knife, slice the peeled sweet potatoes into 1/8" thick discs.
- Add the maple syrup and ground fennel seed to a large mixing bowl and whisk to combine. Add the sliced sweet potatoes to the bowl and toss to coat.
- Grease a 2 qt. oval baking dish. Place the sweet potato discs into the dish, standing them upright and forming a circle around the dish, working the outside edge inward. Pack them in tightly so they stand upright easily.
- Once the dish is full, season with salt, top with the chopped pistachios, and our any remaining maple syrup over the top of the potatoes. Bake for about 1 hour or until soft and browned on top.
- Remove and serve hot.
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 6 Serving Size: 1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 214Total Fat: 2gSaturated Fat: 0gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 443mgCarbohydrates: 48gFiber: 4gSugar: 31gProtein: 3g
The recipes included on this website are written and produced for informational purposes only. I am not a certified nutritionist or medical professional, and the nutritional data on this site have not been evaluated or approved by a nutritionist, registered dietician ,or other medical professionals.
Jennifer is the recipe developer and food photographer behind Wanderlust and Wellness since 2016. She creates easy, approachable gluten-free recipes for the everyday home cook; because cooking gluten-free doesn’t mean food has to be complicated or tasteless.
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