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Sweet Potatoes for Two

Name: Sweet Potatoes for Two
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 2 servings.
Ingredients: 2 medium sweet potatoes, cooked and peeled; 1/2 cup packed brown sugar; 2 tablespoons butter; 2 tablespoons water; 1/4 teaspoon salt; Dash ground nutmeg or mace

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Total Time

Prep: 10 min. Bake: 25 min.

Makes

2 servings

Updated: Sep. 23, 2022

I like this recipe because it can be prepared for two, or easily increased to accommodate a large gathering. The color and taste of sweet potatoes make them a must for any holiday dinner!

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Ingredients

2 medium sweet potatoes, cooked and peeled
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons water
1/4 teaspoon salt
Dash ground nutmeg or mace

Directions

Cut potatoes into chunks; transfer to a 1-qt. baking dish. Set aside. In a small saucepan, combine the brown sugar, butter, water and salt; bring to a boil. Pour over potatoes.
Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until syrup thickens, basting occasionally. Sprinkle with nutmeg.

Nutrition Facts

1 cup: 425 calories, 12g fat (7g saturated fat), 31mg cholesterol, 443mg sodium, 81g carbohydrate (65g sugars, 3g fiber), 2g protein.

Sweet Potatoes for Two

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