Potatoes, Apples, & Pears in Fall Spices
Looking for an easy side dish with some fall flavor? Look no further. This side dish is packed delicious fall spices, healthy starch, antioxidants, and fiber for a wholesome option that will round out any meal.
Fall Spiced Side Dish Ingredients:
2 Sweet Potatoes, halved and sliced into eighths
2 Bartlett Pears, quartered and sliced into thirds
2 Red Apples, quartered and sliced into thirds
1/4 cup Olive Oil
1/2 tsp Cinnamon
1/4 tsp Nutmeg
1/8 tsp Cloves
1/4 cup Sliced Almonds
Steps:
1.) Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Scrub/wash the sweet potatoes, pears, and apples. Cut as instructed. Spray a rimmed baking olive oil.
2.) Mix sweet potatoes, olive oil, and spices in a large bowl. Ensure potatoes are well-coated. Spread onto the baking sheet and season with salt (coarse is preferred) and pepper. Roast, tossing occasionally and until crisp and tender, about 20-25 minutes. Set the mixing bowl aside as is.
3.) Place pears and apples into the large bowl and stir to coat mixture evenly with the remaining oil and spices. Add mixture to the potatoes. Roast for an additional 10 minutes.
4.) Top the roasted mixture with sliced almonds. Turn the oven to broil and broil final mixture on the top shelf for 2-3 minutes, stirring intermittently.
5.) Sit down and enjoy with a protein and veggie option!
This easy-to-follow recipe offers a delightful side dish bursting with the rich flavors of fall. Combining the sweetness of pears and apples with the wholesome goodness of sweet potatoes, this dish is not only delicious but also packed with essential nutrients like antioxidants and fiber.
The addition of aromatic fall spices adds depth and warmth to every bite, creating a perfect accompaniment to any meal.
With simple steps and readily available ingredients, this dish promises to elevate your dining experience with its delightful fusion of flavors and textures.
So why not treat yourself and your loved ones to this wholesome autumn-inspired side dish and savor the comforting essence of the season?
