Sweet Potato Cranberry Casserole

© "So Easy, So Delicious"
 
4 large sweet potatoes or yams (approx. 2½ lbs)
1/4 C brown sugar, divided
1 C fresh cranberries, divided
2 T butter or margarine, divided
1/2 C orange juice
1/2 C walnuts, chopped
1/2 tsp cinnamon

Bake sweet potatoes at 400° for approximately 40 to 50 minutes, or in the microwave (see below), until tender. Cool briefly. Remove the skins and mash the potatoes. Place half of the sweet potatoes in a 1½- to 2-quart casserole which has been sprayed with nonstick spray. Sprinkle with half of the brown sugar,  cup of the cranberries. Dot with 1 tablespoon butter or margarine. Layer with remaining sweet potatoes, brown sugar, cranberries and butter or margarine. Pour orange juice on top. Cover and bake at 350° for 25 minutes. Sprinkle with walnuts and cinnamon and bake, uncovered, for another 10 to 15 minutes.

Microwave Method:: To cook 2 to 2½ pounds sweet potatoes, prick with the tines of a fork, set on a paper towel or plate and cook on high for 8 to 10 minutes, or until tender.