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Southern Candied Sweet Potatoes

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A heartwarming dish filled with sweetness and nostalgia, featuring tender sweet potatoes bathed in a rich syrup with cinnamon and pecans.

Ingredients

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  • 4 large sweet potatoes, peeled and sliced into rounds
  • 1 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg (optional)
  • A pinch of salt
  • Chopped pecans (for topping, optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Arrange the sweet potato slices in a large baking dish in an even layer.
  3. Combine the brown sugar, melted butter, water, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt in a bowl and whisk until smooth.
  4. Pour the syrup mixture over the sweet potatoes, coating each slice.
  5. Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for about 30 minutes.
  6. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 20-30 minutes, basting every 10 minutes until caramelized.
  7. Sprinkle chopped pecans on top before serving if using.
  8. Enjoy the dish with family and friends.

Notes

Ensure to evenly slice sweet potatoes for uniform cooking and cover with foil during the initial baking phase to retain moisture.

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