sweet potatoes soul style

1 Pinch
Middletown, PA
Updated on Dec 17, 2021

I found this recipe in "The Frugal Gourmet Cooks American" by Jeff Smith. It is my favorite way to prepare sweet potatoes. The cooking process is easy because you don't have to peek or stir. The recipe makes it's own syrup.

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method Stove Top
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Ingredients

  • 6 medium dark sweet potatoes
  • 5 cups sugar
  • 1 stick butter
  • 1/2 cup water

How To Make sweet potatoes soul style

  • Step 1
    Peel potatoes and slice into 1-inch "planks".
  • Step 2
    Rinse the potato slices in ample water and drain.
  • Step 3
    Place in a 2-quart covered saucepan and add the water, sugar, and butter.
  • Step 4
    Cover and simmer until very tender, about 30 minutes. Do not stir during the cooking process.

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Category: Vegetables
Ingredient: Vegetable
Method: Stove Top

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