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The holiday season is synonymous with warmth, joy, and, of course, delicious food. Families gather around tables laden with traditional dishes that evoke memories and create new ones. Among these festive offerings, the Holiday Cranberry & Sweet Potato Bake stands out as a delightful and nutritious option that can elevate any holiday meal.

Holiday Cranberry & Sweet Potato Bake

Elevate your holiday gatherings with this delightful Holiday Cranberry & Sweet Potato Bake! This cozy dish combines earthy sweet potatoes and tart cranberries for a perfect balance of flavors thats both nutritious and comforting. Ideal for Thanksgiving or festive dinners, its a quick, easy weeknight side that everyone will love. Add a crunchy nut topping for extra flair. Perfect for busy nights and a must-try for your holiday table. Save this recipe for later!
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Ingredients
  

2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed

1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries

½ cup brown sugar

1 tablespoon maple syrup

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

½ teaspoon ground cinnamon

¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg

¼ teaspoon salt

2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

½ cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)

Zest of 1 orange

2 tablespoons orange juice

Instructions
 

Preheat the oven: Start by preheating your oven to 375°F (190°C).

    Cook the sweet potatoes: Place the cubed sweet potatoes in a large pot, cover them with water, and bring to a boil. Cook until tender, about 15-20 minutes. Drain and let cool slightly.

      Mash the sweet potatoes: In a large mixing bowl, mash the sweet potatoes until smooth. Stir in the brown sugar, maple syrup, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Mix well until fully combined.

        Add cranberries: Gently fold in the cranberries, orange zest, and orange juice until they are evenly distributed throughout the sweet potato mixture.

          Prepare the baking dish: Lightly grease a 9x9 inch (or equivalent) baking dish with melted butter. Spread the sweet potato and cranberry mixture evenly in the dish.

            Add nuts (optional): If using, sprinkle the chopped pecans or walnuts over the top of the sweet potato and cranberry mixture for added crunch and flavor.

              Bake: Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for about 30-35 minutes, or until the cranberries are tender and the top is slightly golden.

                Cool and serve: Remove the bake from the oven and let it cool for about 10 minutes before serving. Enjoy as a delightful side dish during your holiday feast!

                  Prep Time, Total Time, Servings: 15 minutes | 1 hour | 8 servings