Candied Sweet Potatoes Recipe

Candied sweet potatoes are a delicious treat and one of my favorite Christmas desserts.  Making them at home is easy and tastier than store-bought versions.  This recipe uses simple, readily available ingredients.

Ingredients:

Sweet Potatoes

• 1 lb. sweet potatoes
• 2 cups water

Sauce ingredients:

• 1 cup water
• 1/2 cup honey
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 1 tsp lemon juice
• 1/4 tsp salt

Directions:

1.    Preparing the Sweet Potatoes:

·         Peel the sweet potatoes and cut them into 1/2-inch thick wedges.

2.    Boiling the Sweet Potatoes:

·         Bring 2 cups of water to a boil in a pot.

·         Add the sweet potato wedges and cook for 5 to 7 minutes until slightly tender.

·         Drain and set aside.

3.    Cooking with Sauce:

·         In the same pot, combine the cooked sweet potatoes with all the sauce ingredients: water, honey, brown sugar, lemon juice, and salt.

·         Cover and cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the potatoes are fully tender and the sauce has reduced by half.

4.    Serving:

·         Transfer the sweet potatoes to a serving dish and drizzle the sauce over them.  Serve warm.

This delightful dish is perfect for holiday gatherings or as a sweet side any time of the year!