OLD-FASHIONED CANDIED SWEET POTATOES

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Member's Choice! Sweet potatoes on the holidays are a staple side dish. These candied ones are simple to make and divine. They're filled with butter, sugar, and spice. By cooking in the cast iron, the potatoes are tender and sweet with little crispy edges. If you want to get real fancy, sprinkle with some chopped pecans.

Provided by Diane Atherton

Categories     Potatoes

Time 1h5m

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 to 6 sweet potatoes, peeled and sliced
2 c sugar
1 stick butter (1/2 cup)
1/2 to 1 tsp nutmeg (nutmeg is strong and you don't really need a lot)
1 tsp cinnamon
pinch salt

Steps:

  • 1. In a large (cast iron) skillet, melt butter over medium heat.
  • 2. Add sliced potatoes to butter and toss to coat.
  • 3. Mix sugar, nutmeg, cinnamon, and salt in a bowl.
  • 4. Add to potatoes. Toss to coat.
  • 5. Reduce heat to low and simmer for about 1 hour (covered), stirring occasionally until potatoes are fork-tender.

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