Yam Stuffed Oranges

yam_stuffed_oranges Yam Stuffed Oranges - This wonderful vegetable recipe is as versatile is it is distictive. The ever popular and very healthy sweet potato, and the light citrus flavor of the orange are the perfect combo! Completely loaded with all the healthy we could put in.

Prep Time: 30 mins
Cook Time: 20 mins
Main Ingredient: Oranges, Yams
Difficulty Level: 1

Ingredients to make Yam Stuffed Oranges

6 Medium Louisiana yams
4 Large navel oranges
1/2 Stick butter, melted
1/4 Tsp nutmeg
1/2 C brown sugar
1/2 C pecan pieces
1/4 Tsp. cinnamon
1 Oz. Grand Marnier or Triple Sec (optional)

Directions to make Yam Stuffed Oranges

Step 1:Bake yams at 350 degrees until tender.
Step 2:Cut oranges in half. Scoop out pulp and chop up half of it. Peel yams; put into mixing bowl with chopped orange pulp, melted butter, sugar, nutmeg, cinnamon, half of pecans and Grand Marnier or Triple Sec.
Step 3:Mix well and stuff oranges. Sprinkle rest of pecans on top. Bake at 350 degrees for 20 minutes.

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