rose mary's orange glazed candied sweet potatoes

Sauk Village, IL
Updated on Feb 1, 2012

This is another Southern Favorite, that my mom always made when I was growing up. I added a little twist with the Orange Juice and Orange Zest, and liked it so much I have been using it since 1979.

prep time 15 Min
cook time 1 Hr
method Stove Top
yield 6-8 people

Ingredients

  • 6 medium sweet potatoes
  • 1/2 stick butter or margarine
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1/4 cup light brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon orange extract
  • 1/2 cup light corn syrup
  • 2 tablespoons orange juice
  • - grated orange zest from medium orange

How To Make rose mary's orange glazed candied sweet potatoes

  • Step 1
    Cook sweet potatoes in boiling water for 15 minutes. Cool. Peel potatoes and cut in half lengthwise.
  • Step 2
    Add remaining ingredients to fry pan. Arrange potatoes on top, cut side down.Cook slowly on medium low heat,UNCOVERED basting frequently to prevent sticking, for about an hour or until potatoes are tender and well glazed.
  • Step 3
    NOTE: The main thing is to be patient, and keep basting throughout the entire cooking time while keeping the flame low until the liquid begins to carmelize. I have been using this recipe since 1979, and has been a family favorite ever since.
  • Step 4
    I also usually add additional orange zest to the potatoes, just before I am ready to serve them.

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Category: Vegetables
Category: Potatoes
Keyword: #Awesome
Keyword: #flavorful
Keyword: #tasty
Culture: Southern
Ingredient: Potatoes
Method: Stove Top

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