Sweet Potato And Apple Casserole Quick Easy

Great as a Thanksgiving side dish, serve alongside other classic sides like stuffing, mashed potatoes, and a green bean casserole!

To Prepare Sweet Potatoes & Apples

This recipe has two stars: sweet potatoes and apples! While this dish is so easy to prepare it does require a little prep work.

The sweet potatoes get a head start in cooking by boiling so they cook at the same rate as the apples.

Sweet Potatoes: Peel before using them; the outside skin won’t cook well in this recipe (although I do eat it when I make baked sweet potatoes). Cut into uniform pieces so they all cook at the same rate. Be sure not to over boil them since they will continue to cook in the oven. So keep an eye on them!
Apples: You can use any kind of apple for this recipe, I prefer a Granny smith (the same as I use in apple pie) because it holds its shape well and the tart flavor pairs well with the sweetness of the potatoes. Like the potatoes, be sure to peel the apples and cut into cubes!

To Make Sweet Potato Apple Casserole

Once the prep work is done this casserole is so easy to assemble.

Boil sweet potatoes until barely softened and drain. Do not overcook.
Combine sweet potatoes and apples in the casserole dish. Stir in the buttery brown sugar mixture.
Bake, top with the pecans (walnuts optional). Bake another 5 minutes to toast the pecans.

What to Serve With It

This casserole is a perfect side, especially around the holidays! So, it is a natural fit with roast turkey, chicken and even pork!

Reheating the Leftovers

Simply reheat on the stovetop or in the microwave! Give it a thorough stir and refresh with a little extra pumpkin pie spice to brighten the flavors again! It will be good as new!

To Make Ahead: Prepare casserole as directed and cover tightly before baking. Refrigerate up to 48 hours. Remove from the fridge at least 30 minutes before baking. Bake as directed.

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Baked Sweet Potato – so easy and fluffy!
Roasted Sweet Potatoes – just 3 ingredients!
Mashed Sweet Potatoes – creamy, buttery texture!
Sweet Potato Salad – loaded with flavor
Brown Sugar Roasted Sweet Potatoes – sweet & savory