Candied Sweet Potatoes

Candied Sweet Potatoes

from thepioneerwoman.com
6 - 8 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • 3 lb. sweet potatoes (about 5 medium), peeled and cut into 1/2-inch thick rounds
  • 1/2 c. light brown sugar
  • 6 tbsp. unsalted butter, melted
  • 1/4 c. maple syrup
  • 1 1/2 tsp. kosher salt
  • 1 tsp. ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp. ground ginger
  • Pinch of nutmeg
  • 2 tsp. bourbon, optional

Directions

  1. 1

    Preheat the oven to 400º. Whisk together the brown sugar, butter, maple syrup, 1 tablespoon of water, salt, cinnamon, ginger, and nutmeg in a large bowl, plus bourbon, if using. Add the sweet potatoes to the the sugar mixture and toss to coat. Pour into 13-by-9-inch casserole dish. Spread the sweet potatoes into an even layer and pour any leftover sugar mixture over them.

  2. 2

    Bake the sweet potatoes until tender and the sauce thickens into a glaze, 45 to 60 minutes, stirring every 15 minutes. Let cool for 10 minutes before serving.