"These candied sweet potatoes are sweet, buttery, caramelized, and extra saucy. You can prepare the elements of this Thanksgiving side dish ahead of time!..."
INGREDIENTS
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5-6 medium sweet potatoes (3-4 lbs)
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1/2 cup (1 stick; 115g) unsalted butter
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3 Tablespoons (45ml) water
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1/4 cup (60ml) pure maple syrup
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1 cup (200g) packed light or dark brown sugar
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3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
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1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
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1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
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1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
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optional: 2 teaspoons orange zest
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optional for garnish: chopped fresh or dried rosemary, sea salt