5 medium NC sweet potatoes 1/2 lb dried plums (prunes), whole or bits 1/4 cup sugar 2 tablespoons lemon juice 1/4 cup vegetable stock 1/4 cup apple juice salt and pepper to taste
Preparation:
Preheat oven to 325 F. Peel sweet potatoes and slice in wedges. Combine with dried plums in a large baking dish and sprinkle with sugar, lemon juice, stock, apple juice, salt and pepper. Toss to distribute seasonings and coat sweet potatoes. Cover and bake for 1 to 2 hours, until sweet potatoes are softened. Add more liquid if necessary to keep moist.
