Tuesday, April 21, 2009
Candied Sweet Potatoes
4 - sweet potatoes
1 C granulated brown sugar
1 t salt
2 T margarine
1/4 C water
1/4 t cinnamon
1/8 t grated nutmeg
Preheat the oven to 350° F. Parboil the sweet potatoes for 15 minutes; peel and slice them. Place in an oiled 1 1/2 quart baking dish.
Make a syrup by combining sugar, salt, margarine, water, and spices and boiling for 3 minutes. Pour syrup over potatoes.
Bake for 1 1/4 hours, basting frequently.
From New York Times Cookbook
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Just the ticket if you need syrupy sweet potatoes for some special occasion. Otherwise, don't bother.
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