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Candied Sweet Potatoes

Candied Sweet Potatoes

Candied sweet potatoes are a staple in some homes, especially during the holidays. Here is a great recipe.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 6 Servings
Calories 309 kcal

Ingredients
 
 

  • 6 sweet potatoes, peeled
  • salt and paprika, to your taste
  • 3/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon lemon rind, grated
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1/8 teaspoon ginger, optional
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 cup pecans (optional), toasted

Instructions
 

  • Cook whole sweet potatoes covered, in boiling water to cover, until nearly tender.
  • Preheat oven to 375°F.
  • Cut the potatoes lengthwise in 1/2 inch slices. Place the slices in a shallow greased baking dish. Add pecan pieces if you are using them. Season with salt and paprika. Sprinkle with brown sugar, ginger, lemon rind and lemon juice. Dot with butter.
  • Bake, uncovered, for 20 minutes.

Nutrition

Calories: 309kcalCarbohydrates: 75gProtein: 4gFat: 1gSaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 1mgSodium: 138mgPotassium: 811mgFiber: 7gSugar: 38gVitamin A: 32071IUVitamin C: 7mgCalcium: 98mgIron: 2mg
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