MAPLE MUSTARD SWEET POTATOES & APPLES

• 3 large sweet potatoes (about 2 lbs.)*
• 3 large apples (Ida Red, Northern Spy or Mac)*
• 2 Tbsp butter*
• 1⁄2 cup maple syrup*
• 1⁄4 cup maple Dijon mustard*
• 1⁄2 tsp salt
• 1⁄2 tsp pepper
• 2 cloves garlic, minced*

In a saucepan of boiling water, cook unpeeled sweet potatoes until just tender. Let cool and peel. Cut into 1⁄4 inch thick slices. Arrange in overlapping circles in shallow, lightly greased 10 cup (2.5 L) casserole dish.
Core and slice apples into 1⁄2 inch wedges. In large skillet, melt butter over medium heat; cook apples, stirring for 2 – 3 minutes or until slightly softened and lightly browned. Tuck apples among potatoes.
Combine maple syrup, mustard, salt, pepper and garlic. Pour over potatoes and apples.
Bake in 350 F oven for 30 – 40 minutes or until bubbling and hot. Spoon sauce over potatoes to serve.