Sweet Potato-Cashew Bake

Ingredients and Weight:

• 4 medium sweet potatoes (about 1.5 pounds), peeled and cut into cubes
• 1 cup raw cashew pieces
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 1/4 cup melted butter
• 2 tablespoons cinnamon powder
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• Pinch of salt

Preparation Time:

• Preparation Time: 20 minutes
• Cooking Time: 40 minutes

Difficulty Level:

Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F.
2. In a large bowl, combine all the ingredients except the cashew pieces. Mix well.
3. Arrange the sweet potato cubes in a baking dish.
4. Sprinkle the cashew pieces evenly over the sweet potatoes.
5. Bake for 40 minutes, or until the sweet potatoes are tender and the cashews are golden brown.
6. Serve warm.

Nutritional Information:

(Based on provided ingredients)

• Calories: 450 kcal
• Carbohydrates: 55g
• Protein: 5g
• Fat: 20g
• Fiber: 5g

Dish Characteristics:

• Sweet and savory combination
• Crispy cashew pieces with soft sweet potatoes
• Perfect balance of sweet and spicy flavors

User Comments:

1. "This dish was a hit! The combination of sweet potatoes and cashews was unexpected but delicious."
2. "The dish was quite flavorful. The cashew pieces added a nice crunch to the dish."
3. "I loved the balance of flavors in this dish. It was sweet, spicy, and crunchy all at the same time."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Be sure to use fresh ingredients for best results.
• Adjust the amount of cinnamon and sugar based on your preference for sweetness.
• If you want to make this dish vegetarian, you can omit the butter or use a plant-based substitute.