Candied Sweet Potatoes Recipe

Summary

Servings6Cuisine
CourseMethod

Ingredients

 Sweet potatoes6 Medium
 Salt1⁄4 Teaspoon
 Butter1⁄3 Cup (5.33 tbs), melted
 Brown sugar1 Cup (16 tbs)
 Water1⁄4 Cup (4 tbs)

Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Calories 344 Calories from Fat 90

% Daily Value*

Total Fat 10 g15.7%

Saturated Fat 6.4 g32.2%

Trans Fat 0 g

Cholesterol 26.9 mg9%

Sodium 164.6 mg6.9%

Total Carbohydrates 64 g21.2%

Dietary Fiber 4.5 g18%

Sugars 39.6 g

Protein 2 g4.9%

Vitamin A 431.8% Vitamin C 6%

Calcium 4.8% Iron 5.1%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

Directions

Wash and cook the potatoes until tender.
Drain, peel, cut in halves lengthwise and arrange in a shallow greased pan.
Cover with the melted fat and a sirup made by cooking the brown sugar and water together for 5 min.
Sprinkle with salt and bake in a slow oven of 350° F. for 1 hr. basting frequently.
The potatoes should be transparent when done.
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