Classic Candied Sweet Potatoes
This is the classic made-from-scratch sweet potato recipe. It's easy and can be completely cooked on top of the stove.
Ingredients
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6 medium sweet potatoes or yams (2 pounds)
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1/3 cup packed brown sugar
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3 tablespoons butter or margarine
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3 tablespoons water
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1/2 teaspoon salt
Directions
1.
Scrub sweet potatoes, but do not peel. Place potatoes in 3-quart saucepan. Add enough water just to cover. Heat to boiling; reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer 20 to 25 minutes or until tender. Drain; cool slightly. Slip off skins. Cut into 1/2-inch slices.
2.
Heat remaining ingredients in 10-inch skillet over medium heat, stirring constantly, until smooth and bubbly. Add potatoes. Gently stir until glazed and hot.
Nutrition information
Calories 185 (Calories from Fat 55 ); Total Fat 6 g (Saturated Fat 1 g); Cholesterol 0mg; Sodium 260 mg; Total Carbohydrate 34 g (Dietary Fiber 2 g); Protein 1 g. Daily Values: Vitamin A 100 %; Vitamin C 22 %; Calcium 4 %; Iron 4 %. Exchanges: 1 Starch; 1/2 Fruit; 1 Fat.
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet
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