This candied sweet potato recipe is a true classic. Whether you’re cooking for the family or looking for a traditional side for the holidays, this dish comes together on the stovetop with a few pantry staples. They’re soft, buttery, extra saucy, caramelized, and sweet.
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Classic Candied Sweet Potatoes
This candied sweet potato recipe is a true classic. Whether you're cooking for the family or looking for a traditional side for the holidays, this dish comes together on the stovetop with a few pantry staples. They’re soft, buttery, extra saucy, caramelized, and sweet.
Ingredients
- 6 yellow-fleshed sweet potatoes
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- ½ cup butter
- ½ cup water
- 1 teaspoon salt
Instructions
1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
2. Place a steamer basket in a large pot and bring 2 inches of water to a boil. Place whole sweet potatoes in the steamer basket and cover. Cook until tender, about 30 minutes. Drain and cool.
3. Peel and slice sweet potatoes lengthwise into 1/2-inch slices. Place in a 9x13-inch baking dish.
4. Melt brown sugar, butter, water, and salt in a small saucepan over medium heat. When the sauce is bubbly and sugar is dissolved, pour over the potatoes.
5. Bake in the preheated oven for 1 hour, occasionally basting the potatoes with the brown sugar sauce.
Notes
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