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Sweet Potato Delight

I serve this dish at least once a month—it’s that popular. The fluffy texture and subtle orange zest make it a standout.

—MARLENE KROLL CHICAGO, IL

PREP: 25 MIN. BAKE: 30 MIN. MAKES: 10 SERVINGS

4 large sweet potatoes, peeled and quartered

1/2 cup orange marmalade

1/2 cup orange juice

1/4 cup packed brown sugar

1/2 teaspoon almond extract

3 egg whites

1/4 cup slivered almonds

1. Place sweet potatoes in a Dutch oven; cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and cook for 15-20 minutes or just until tender. Drain potatoes; place in a large bowl and mash. Stir in orange marmalade, orange juice, brown sugar and extract. Cool slightly.

2. In a small bowl, beat egg whites until stiff peaks form. Fold into sweet potato mixture. Transfer to a 2 1/2-qt. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Sprinkle with almonds. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 30-35 minutes or until a thermometer reads 160°.

PER SERVING 3/4 cup equals 174 cal., 1 g fat (trace sat. fat), 0 chol., 36 mg sodium, 38 g carb., 3 g fiber, 3 g pro. Diabetic Exchange: 2 starch.