CAJUN SWEET POTATOES

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If you like a sweet and spicy flavor profile, you'll get a kick out of Stacy Cox's sweet potatoes. The Palestine, Texas cook uses Cajun seasoning and cayenne pepper to season nutrient-rich sweet potatoes.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 35m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 pounds sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
2 tablespoons olive oil
3 tablespoons brown sugar
1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, toss the sweet potatoes and oil. Arrange potatoes in a single layer in two 15x10x1-in. baking pans coated with cooking spray. Bake, uncovered, at 450° for 20 minutes. , Combine the brown sugar, Cajun seasoning, salt and cayenne; sprinkle over potatoes. Bake 5-6 minutes longer or until tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 208 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 324mg sodium, Carbohydrate 40g carbohydrate (20g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

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