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Stove Top Candied Sweet Potatoes

Tender stovetop sweet potatoes in a buttery brown sugar glaze with warm spices and pecans make an easy, cozy side.

Dinner · 8 ingredients

Prep 15 min · Cook 35 min · Total 50 min · Makes 6 servings

Stove Top Candied Sweet Potatoes

Ingredients

  • 4 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch cubes
  • 1/4 cup butter, melted
  • 1/4 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 cup chopped pecans

Directions

Add everything to 1 pot and set it over medium to medium-low heat. Cover and cook, giving it an occasional stir, until the sweet potatoes are tender without falling apart, 30 to 35 minutes.

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