POTLUCK CANDIED SWEET POTATOES
To make it easier to bring this traditional southern staple to a potluck or gathering, I updated it so that it can be cooked in a slow cooker. It's hard to go wrong with candied sweet potatoes when it comes to pleasing a crowd. -Deirdre Dee Cox, Kansas City, Missouri
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 5h20m
Yield 12 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a small bowl, combine sugars. In a greased 5-qt. slow cooker, layer a third of the sweet potatoes; sprinkle with a third of the sugar mixture. Repeat layers twice. In a small bowl, combine the butter, vanilla and salt; drizzle over potatoes. Cover and cook on low for 5-6 hours or until sweet potatoes are tender., Using a slotted spoon, transfer potatoes to a serving dish; keep warm. Pour cooking juices into a small saucepan; bring to a boil. In a small bowl, combine cornstarch and water until smooth; stir into pan. Return to a boil, stirring constantly; cook and stir until thickened, 1-2 minutes. Spoon over sweet potatoes. , Sprinkle with parsley if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 252 calories, Fat 4g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 10mg cholesterol, Sodium 91mg sodium, Carbohydrate 54g carbohydrate (42g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 1g protein.
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Yussrf
[email protected]These sweet potatoes were delicious! I will definitely be making them again.
Avuyile Avu
[email protected]I'm so glad I found this recipe. These candied sweet potatoes are now my go-to side dish for potlucks and holiday dinners.
Raael Jahan
[email protected]These candied sweet potatoes are the perfect combination of sweet and savory. They're a great addition to any potluck or holiday meal.
Mahmad Alam
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! I'll definitely be making these sweet potatoes again and again.
Mokhtar Jdaa
[email protected]I would have liked this recipe better if it had more spices.
Balawa Rakesa
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly but my sweet potatoes turned out mushy. I'm not sure what I did wrong.
Samuel Sons
[email protected]These sweet potatoes were a little too sweet for my taste, but my family loved them.
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[email protected]I'm not usually a fan of sweet potatoes, but these were surprisingly good. The candied coating was perfectly balanced and the potatoes were still soft and fluffy on the inside.
Anthony Carr
[email protected]These candied sweet potatoes are the perfect side dish for any holiday meal.
Sami Jarral
[email protected]I made these for my Thanksgiving dinner and they were a huge success. Everyone loved them!
Fortune Chibuike
[email protected]These sweet potatoes were so easy to make and they turned out amazing! I used maple syrup instead of brown sugar and they were still delicious.
John Ngunga
[email protected]I've tried many candied sweet potato recipes, but this one is by far the best. The addition of brown sugar and spices really takes them to the next level.
Rezay charls
[email protected]These candied sweet potatoes were a hit at our potluck! They were perfectly caramelized and had a delicious sweet and savory flavor. I will definitely be making them again.