OLD-FASHIONED CANDIED SWEET POTATOES

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Member's Choice! Sweet potatoes on the holidays are a staple side dish. These candied ones are simple to make and divine. They're filled with butter, sugar, and spice. By cooking in the cast iron, the potatoes are tender and sweet with little crispy edges. If you want to get real fancy, sprinkle with some chopped pecans.

Provided by Diane Atherton

Categories     Potatoes

Time 1h5m

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 to 6 sweet potatoes, peeled and sliced
2 c sugar
1 stick butter (1/2 cup)
1/2 to 1 tsp nutmeg (nutmeg is strong and you don't really need a lot)
1 tsp cinnamon
pinch salt

Steps:

  • 1. In a large (cast iron) skillet, melt butter over medium heat.
  • 2. Add sliced potatoes to butter and toss to coat.
  • 3. Mix sugar, nutmeg, cinnamon, and salt in a bowl.
  • 4. Add to potatoes. Toss to coat.
  • 5. Reduce heat to low and simmer for about 1 hour (covered), stirring occasionally until potatoes are fork-tender.

Bongumusa Nonkula
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Can I make this recipe ahead of time?


Kelsey Donlon
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I'm allergic to nuts. Can I substitute another ingredient for the pecans?


Jayne Bolger
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I'm not a big fan of sweet potatoes, but this recipe sounds so good that I'm willing to give them a try.


Jayema Binta Asif
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This recipe looks delicious. I'm going to make it for my family this weekend.


Joey Daniel
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Can't wait to try this recipe!


Maleselathomas Thomas
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I'll definitely be making these again.


H SU
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These were a big hit at my holiday party.


Oscar Woodward
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Best candied sweet potatoes I've ever had!


Ahammed Rifat
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So good!


Sakib hosen
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These sweet potatoes were delicious! I loved the combination of sweet and savory flavors.


Rebekah Fulton
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I followed the recipe exactly, but my sweet potatoes didn't turn out as caramelized as I would have liked. I think I'll try cooking them for a little longer next time.


Maira Chaudhary
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These sweet potatoes were a bit too sweet for my taste, but they were still good. I think I'll try using less brown sugar next time.


Aayush Bhujel
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I've made these candied sweet potatoes for years, and they're always a crowd-pleaser. They're so easy to make, and they always turn out delicious.


Prity Ranakc
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These sweet potatoes were a hit at our Thanksgiving dinner! They were perfectly sweet and caramelized, with a hint of spice. Everyone went back for seconds.