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Planked Sweet Potatoes
Planked Sweet Potatoes is a vintage-style, sweet and savory side dish that blends creamy mashed sweet potatoes with zesty orange juice, fragrant nutmeg, and a touch of butter. The term “planked” refers to the presentation style, piped or spooned elegantly onto a serving platter, often resembling a decorative log or plank. This recipe marries the earthiness of root vegetables with bright citrus and warm spices, making it a perfect addition to holiday spreads or wintertime dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 6
Calories 210 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 4 lbs sweet potatoes
  • 1 egg
  • 1 tsp orange peel (finely shredded )
  • ¼ cup orange juice
  • 2 tbsp butter (or margarine)
  • 1 tsp salt
  • ¼ tsp ground nutmeg

Instructions
 

Step 1: Boil Sweet Potatoes

  • In a 4½-quart Dutch oven, cook sweet potatoes (covered) in enough boiling salted water to cover for 30 to 40 minutes or until tender.
  • Drain, peel, and quarter potatoes.

Step 2: Mash and Mix

  • Return potatoes to the Dutch oven.
  • Add egg, orange peel, orange juice, and butter or margarine.
  • Mash the potato mixture until smooth.
  • Stir in salt and nutmeg.

Step 3: Heat and Pipe

  • Heat the mixture until hot throughout.
  • Spoon the hot mixture, half at a time, into a pastry bag fitted with a star tip.
  • Pipe mixture onto a turkey platter or spoon into a serving dish.

Tips

  • Use butter instead of margarine for a richer, more traditional flavor
  • Add a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg for a warm spice note
  • Toast the orange peel lightly before chopping for deeper citrus aroma
  • Mash potatoes extra smooth for a more elegant presentation
  • Pipe the mixture with a star tip for holiday meals
  • Substitute lemon juice if orange juice is unavailable
  • Reduce sugar slightly if serving alongside sweeter mains
  • Finish with a light broil for lightly browned ridges
  • Make ahead and reheat gently before serving

Nutrition

Calories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 4.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4.5gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 440mgPotassium: 620mgFiber: 5gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 18000IUVitamin C: 18mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg
Keyword baked vegetables, citrus, holiday side, nostalgic food, sweet potatoes, vintage recipe
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