CITRUS CANDIED SWEET POTATOES

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This was printed in Favorite Recipes by Borden in 1987. I have been using this recipe every year at Thanksgiving and Christmas since then with a couple of twists. I am updating this recipe based upon CountryLady's review. I made this recipe using fresh sweet potatoes and it is so much better. I am leaving the canned as an option. Both ways are good.

Provided by PaulaG

Categories     Yam/Sweet Potato

Time 1h10m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 medium sweet potatoes or 2 (16 ounce) cans sweet potatoes
1 1/4 cups light brown sugar, firmly packed
2 tablespoons cornstarch
3/4 cup orange juice
1/4 cup lemon juice
2 tablespoons butter
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 tablespoon orange zest, finely grated

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F.
  • If using fresh sweet potatoes, slice in 1 1/4 inch slices, place in saucepan, cover with water and cook for 15 minutes or until tender when pierced with a fork.
  • Drain the potatoes and when cool enough to handle, remove the peel and place in a 2-quart casserole dish that has been lighly oiled or sprayed with non-stick cooking spray.
  • If using canned potatoes drain the potatoes and arrange in 2-quart casserole that has been prepared as indicated above.
  • In a medium bowl, combine sugar and cornstarch; add orange juice, lemon juice, butter, vanilla and orange zest.
  • Pour over potatoes and bake 50 to 60 minutes, basting occasionally with the sauce.
  • These potatoes can be prepared ahead, refrigerated and baked the next day.

Papadopoulos Family
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This recipe is a keeper! I will definitely be making it again and again.


Buyndelger Buyndelger
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I would recommend this recipe to anyone who loves sweet potatoes.


Zaighum Abbas Virk
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Overall, this is a good recipe. It's easy to follow and the results are delicious.


Masoom Haider
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The candied orange peel was a bit too overpowering for me. I would omit it next time.


Chaam chaam
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This recipe is a bit too sweet for my taste. I would reduce the amount of sugar next time.


Pasang Ghising
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I've made this recipe several times and it always comes out perfect. It's a great way to use up leftover sweet potatoes.


mona khatab
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I love the combination of sweet and tangy in this dish. The citrus glaze really brightens up the sweet potatoes.


Meyl van Wyk
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These candied sweet potatoes were a hit at my Thanksgiving dinner. Everyone loved them!


Mohammed Ali (MUXI)
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I tried this recipe and it turned out amazing! The sweet potatoes were perfectly tender and the citrus glaze was absolutely delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


Smira Bathurst
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Citrus-candied sweet potatoes are a delightful treat that combines the natural sweetness of sweet potatoes with the tangy brightness of citrus. The result is a dish that is both sweet and savory, with a hint of tartness. The candied orange peel adds


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