Ingredients

  • 6 medium sweet potatoes
  • 1/4 c. honey
  • 1/2 tsp. ground cinnamon
  • 2 tsp. orange rind, grated
  • 1/2 c. pineapple juice
  • 1/4 c. walnuts, chopped
  • 1/4 c. firmly packed brown sugar
  • 1 Tbsp. cornstarch
  • 1/2 tsp. ground nutmeg
  • 2 Tbsp. butter

Method

  • Cook sweet potatoes in boiling water to cover for 20 to 25 minutes or until fork-tender.
  • Let cool to touch.
  • Peel and cut into 1/2-inch slices.
  • Arrange slices in a lightly greased 12 x 8 x 2-inch baking dish.
  • Set aside.
  • Combine all ingredients, except potatoes and walnuts, in a saucepan.
  • Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until mixture begins to boil.
  • Boil for 1 minute, stirring constantly, until mixture begins to thicken and becomes bubbly.
  • Pour over sweet potatoes and sprinkle with walnuts.
  • Cover and refrigerate for 8 hours.
  • Remove dish from refrigerator.
  • Let stand for 30 minutes.
  • Uncover and bake at 350° for 30 minutes or until bubbly.