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Brown Sugar Candied Sweet Potatoes

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Tender sweet potato rounds simmered in a rich, buttery brown sugar glaze with warm spices. These Brown Sugar Candied Sweet Potatoes are a classic Southern-style side dish perfect for holidays or comforting family meals.

Ingredients

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  • 4–5 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and sliced into ½-inch thick rounds
  • ½ cup unsalted butter
  • ¾ cup brown sugar, packed
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • ¼ cup water
  • ½ tsp cinnamon
  • ⅛ tsp nutmeg (optional)
  • Pinch of salt
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Peel and slice the sweet potatoes evenly into ½-inch thick rounds.
  2. In a large skillet or saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
  3. Stir in brown sugar, granulated sugar, water, cinnamon, nutmeg (if using), and a pinch of salt. Bring to a gentle boil, stirring until smooth.
  4. Add the sweet potato slices to the skillet and stir to coat them well in the glaze.
  5. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 35–40 minutes, stirring occasionally, until potatoes are fork-tender and the sauce has thickened.
  6. Stir in the vanilla extract and let the dish cool slightly before serving to allow the glaze to cling.

Notes

  • Use uniformly sized sweet potato slices to ensure even cooking.
  • For a thicker glaze, uncover during the last 5–10 minutes of simmering.
  • Great for holiday meals like Thanksgiving or Christmas.
  • Can be made ahead and gently reheated before serving.

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