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Carrot & Sweet Potato Puree

This easy-to-follow, microwave recipe will give your family a healthy kick of vitamins and minerals with two super vegetables. This simple dish is a perfect substitute for regular mashed potatoes.
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Cuisine Continental
Servings 4 servings
Calories 1330.58 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 5 carrots, sliced
  • 5 5/8 cup(s) canned sweet potatoes, drained
  • 1 cup(s) sour cream
  • 3/4 cup(s) water
  • 1/4 cup(s) butter or margarine
  • 3 teaspoon(s) sugar
  • 1 teaspoon(s) grated lemon rind
  • 1/2 teaspoon(s) ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon(s) salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon(s) ground black pepper
  • 1/8 teaspoon(s) ground red pepper

Instructions
 

  • Microwave carrots with 3/4 cup water in a glass bowl at HIGH for 10 to 12 minutes or until tender.
  • Drain extra water.
  • Process carrot and butter in a food processor until smooth.
  • Transfer to a large bowl.
  • Process sweet potatoes until smooth.
  • Add to carrot mixture.
  • Stir together sweet potato mixture, sour cream, and remaining ingredients.
  • Spoon into a 1 1/2-quart glass dish.
  • Cover and chill up to 2 days, if desired; let stand at room temperature 30 minutes.
  • Microwave at HIGH 4 to 5 minutes or until thoroughly heated.
  • Remeber to stop and scrape down sides occasionally while processing.

Nutrition

Calories: 1330.58kcalCarbohydrates: 123.68gProtein: 14.72gFat: 91.9gSaturated Fat: 55.91gCholesterol: 241.61mgSodium: 1363.94mgFiber: 15.57gSugar: 44.24g
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