Sweet Potato Gratin With Pecan Crumb Topping

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From prevention magazine. This looks really good and nutritionally it's sound, as well.

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Steps

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Preheat oven to 400 deg f with rack in center position.

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Prick potatoes several times with fork and wrap each in foil.

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Roast until very tender , about 45 minutes.

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Unwrap foil and halve potatoes.

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Scoop out the flesh into a bowl.

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Mash the potatoes with the butter , zest , juices , garlic , allspice and salt to taste.

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Toss together the bread crumbs , pecans , green onions and parmesan in a bowl.

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Reduce the heat to 375 deg f and grease a 1 quart pie plate or other shallow ceramic baking dish.

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Spoon the potatoes into the dish and cover with the crumb mix.

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Bake until the crumbs are golden and the potato mixture is hot , about 30 minutes.

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Ingredients

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sweet potatoes, unsalted butter, orange zest, fresh lemon juice, fresh orange juice, garlic, ground allspice, salt, fresh whole wheat breadcrumbs, pecan halves, green onion, parmesan cheese