Candied Sweet Potatoes Recipe

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My town is known as the Yam Capital of the United States. This is a simple recipe that goes well with baked ham or roasted turkey.

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Candied Sweet Potatoes Recipe
  • Prep: 40 min. + cooling Bake: 15 min.
  • Yield: 8-10 Servings
40 15 55

Ingredients

  • 3 pounds sweet potatoes, peeled
  • 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 cup butter, cubed
  • 1/4 cup corn syrup

Directions

  • Place the sweet potatoes in a large kettle and cover with water. Cover and bring to a boil; boil gently for 30-45 minutes or until potatoes can be easily pierced with the tip of a sharp knife.
  • When cool enough to handle, peel potatoes and cut into wedges. Place in an ungreased 11-in. x 7-in. baking dish. Sprinkle with brown sugar and cinnamon. Dot with butter; drizzle with corn syrup.
  • Bake, uncovered, at 375° for 15-20 minutes or until bubbly, basting with sauce occasionally. Yield: 8-10 servings.

Originally published as Candied Sweet Potatoes in Country October/November 2001, p49

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