Sweet Potatoes with Caramelized Apples

Martha makes Sweet Potatoes with Caramelized Apples, part of her Official Thanksgiving Menu.

Whipped Sweet Potatoes with Caramelized Apples

Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Arrange potatoes on a baking sheet lined with parchment. Bake until tender, 1 hour 10 minutes to 1 hour 20 minutes. Remove from oven; let stand until cool enough to handle.
Cut each potato lengthwise. Scoop flesh into the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with a paddle attachment; discard skins. Add 2 tablespoons butter and the cream; mix on medium speed until smooth. Mix in applesauce and ginger; season with salt and pepper.
Transfer potato mixture to an ovenproof dish. Bake until heated through, about 10 minutes.
Meanwhile, toss apples with sugar in a bowl. Melt remaining 2 tablespoons butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add apple mixture; cook, stirring occasionally, until apples are golden and caramelized, about 10 minutes.
Remove potato mixture from oven; top with caramelized apples, and serve.