Southern Candied Sweet Potatoes Recipe

Ingredients

• 4 large sweet potatoes, peeled and sliced into ½-inch rounds
• ½ cup unsalted butter
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• ½ cup brown sugar, packed
• ¼ cup water
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon
• ¼ tsp ground nutmeg
• ¼ tsp ground ginger (optional)
• ¼ tsp salt
• 1 tsp vanilla extract (optional)

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Instructions

• Prepare the Sweet Potatoes: Peel and slice sweet potatoes into ½-inch rounds. Set aside.
• Make the Syrup: Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add granulated sugar, brown sugar, water, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger (if using), and salt. Stir until sugars dissolve and mixture becomes smooth.
• Cook the Sweet Potatoes: Add sweet potato slices to the skillet in an even layer. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer for about 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
• Finish the Dish: Check for tenderness with a fork. If necessary, cook for an additional 5-10 minutes. Stir in vanilla extract just before serving.
• Serve: Transfer to a serving dish, spoon syrup over the top, and serve hot.

Notes

• Adjust sweetness by varying the amount of sugar.
• Add more spices to enhance flavor according to personal preference.
• Optional vanilla extract adds extra richness.