Roasted Sweet Potatoes and Onions

 

4

pounds sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1 1/2-inch cubes

2

medium onions, cut into eighths

1/4

cup butter or margarine, melted

1/4

cup firmly packed brown sugar

1/4

cup coarsely chopped pecans

1

teaspoon dried sage leaves

• 1 Heat oven to 450°. Place sweet potatoes and onions in roasting pan or rectangular pan, 13x9x2 inches. Drizzle with butter; toss to coat.
• 2 Bake uncovered 25 to 30 minutes, stirring once, until almost tender. Stir in brown sugar, pecans and sage. Bake 10 to 15 minutes longer or until coated and tender.