Ginger Ale Tzimmes

Delight in the comforting sweetness of Ginger Ale Tzimmes, a modern twist on the classic Jewish side dish. This vibrant medley of tender carrots, creamy sweet potatoes, and succulent dried fruits is infused with a spiced ginger ale glaze that perfectly balances warmth and sweetness. Enhanced with honey, brown sugar, cinnamon, and ground ginger, this dish delivers layers of flavor in every bite, while a bubbly hint of ginger ale adds a unique touch that sets it apart. Baked to caramelized perfection in a butter-greased casserole dish, this tzimmes is ideal as a festive holiday side or a cozy accompaniment to any meal. Ready in under two hours and perfect for serving six, Ginger Ale Tzimmes combines tradition with innovation in a dish your family will fall in love with.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:90 mins

Total Time:110 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 5 medium carrots
• 2 large sweet potatoes
• 1 cup prunes
• 1 cup dried apricots
• 2 cups ginger ale
• 3 tablespoons honey
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon ground ginger
• 2 tablespoons butter

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 2

Peel and slice the carrots into 1/4-inch thick rounds.

Step 3

Peel the sweet potatoes and cut them into bite-sized chunks, about 1-inch in size.

Step 4

In a large mixing bowl, combine the sliced carrots, sweet potatoes, prunes, and dried apricots.

Step 5

In a small saucepan, heat the ginger ale, honey, brown sugar, cinnamon, salt, and ground ginger over medium heat until the sugar dissolves. Stir occasionally.

Step 6

Grease a large casserole dish with the butter to prevent sticking.

Step 7

Transfer the vegetable and dried fruit mixture to the casserole dish and spread it out evenly.

Step 8

Pour the ginger ale mixture evenly over the contents of the casserole dish.

Step 9

Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 60 minutes.

Step 10

After 60 minutes, remove the foil, gently stir the mixture, and bake uncovered for an additional 30 minutes, or until the sweet potatoes and carrots are tender and the sauce has thickened.

Step 11

Remove the casserole from the oven and let it cool for 5-10 minutes before serving.

Step 12

Serve warm as a side dish and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1611 grams (1611.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1843

Total Fat 24.10g	31%
Saturated Fat 12.90g	65%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.00g
Cholesterol 66mg	22%
Sodium 1798mg	78%
Total Carbohydrate 416.70g	152%
Dietary Fiber 44.70g	160%
Total Sugars 263.50g
Protein 17.60g	35%

Vitamin D 5IU	23%
Calcium 435mg	33%
Iron 8mg	46%
Potassium 3633mg	77%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 11.1%

Protein: 3.6%

Carbs: 85.3%