Candied Sweet Potatoes - easy stove top method!

Old-fashioned candied sweet potatoes have been cherished for generations! Rich and buttery with a touch of cinnamon, these sweet potatoes are a treat!

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INGREDIENTS

How to Make It

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Peel and slice sweet potatoes.

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Melt butter in large cast iron skillet. Stir in both sugars, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.

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Add sweet potatoes.

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Simmer covered for 35-40 minutes. Stir in the maple flavor extract.

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Serve them alongside turkey, ham, cranberry sauce, and green bean casserole for a feast worth remembering!

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See my recipe post for multiple variations and make-ahead instructions.

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