Description
A sweet and savory dish of soft, caramelized sweet potatoes, perfect for holiday feasts or Sunday dinners.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 3-4 medium medium sweet potatoes (about 2 pounds) (Peel and slice into thick rounds.)
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter (Real butter is better for flavor.)
- 1 cup brown sugar (Light or dark, as per preference.)
- 0.25 cup water
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 pinch salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (Optional, for added flavor.)
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Peel and slice the sweet potatoes into thick rounds.
- Grease the bottom of a baking dish with a little butter.
- Place the sweet potato slices evenly in the baking dish.
Cooking
- In a small pot, melt the remaining butter and add brown sugar, water, cinnamon, nutmeg, vanilla (if using), and salt. Stir until syrupy.
- Pour the syrup over the potatoes in the baking dish.
- Bake uncovered in the oven. Every 20 minutes, spoon the syrup back over the potatoes.
- After about an hour, the sweet potatoes should be caramelized and soft.
Notes
For richer flavor, use dark brown sugar. Thick potato slices are best, and make sure to baste for that classic candied crust. You can also experiment by adding orange zest or swapping half the water for orange juice. Letting the potatoes cool for 10 minutes before serving enhances the flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Dessert, Side Dish
- Cuisine: American, Southern