Stovetop Candied Sweet Potatoes

Stovetop Candied Sweet Potatoes

These sweet potatoes are easy to make and not overly sweet.

Yield:
4 to 6 – servings
Servings:
5

Ingredients

  • 2 sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • ¼ cup butter
  • ½ cup packed brown sugar
  • ¼ cup orange juice

Directions

Step 1
Boil cut-up sweet potatoes until tender, about 10 minutes.

Step 2
Melt butter and brown sugar together in a frying pan until bubbly. Add orange juice and stir until smooth. Add the sweet potatoes and cook slowly, turning occasionally until caramelized, about 20 minutes.

Cook’s Notes:

If syrup is too thin, add a bit more brown sugar.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

215
Calories
9g
Fat
33g
Carbs
1g
Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 5
Calories 215
% Daily Value *
Total Fat9g 12%
Saturated Fat6g 29%
Cholesterol24mg 8%
Sodium100mg 4%
Total Carbohydrate33g 12%
Dietary Fiber2g 6%
Total Sugars25g
Protein1g
Vitamin C7mg 37%
Calcium38mg 3%
Iron1mg 3%
Potassium232mg 5%

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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