Sweet Roasted Camote

A twist on a traditional Thanksgiving or Easter side dish. Camote (sweet potato)is a delicious nutty, slightly sweet vegetable that can be used in place of chestnuts or yam.

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Cooking Time: 1 hr 30 mins
• Total Time: 1 hr 45 mins
• Calories: 196 Calories

Ingredients

• 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 3 tablespoons melted butter
• ½ cup brown sugar
• 1 cup chopped pineapple
• 6 camote, peeled and sliced 1/2-inch thick

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

Step 2

Place camote in a large pot and cover with water. Add salt and bring to a boil. Cook over medium heat until crisp-tender, about 10 minutes; do not overcook. Drain and transfer camote to a 9x13-inch baking dish.

Step 3

Combine pineapple, brown sugar, butter, and cinnamon in a bowl; pour over the camote in the baking dish and toss to coat. Cover with aluminum foil.

Step 4

Bake in the preheated oven until soft and bubbly, about 1 hour. Remove aluminum foil and bake 15 minutes more.