STOVETOP CANDIED SWEET POTATOES

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil adds a unique flavor while reducing saturated fat.

brown sugar

🥗Healthier: coconut sugar

💰Cheaper: white sugar

Coconut sugar has a lower glycemic index.

Peel and slice sweet potatoes into rounds.

Melt unsalted butter in a large skillet over medium heat.

Add sweet potatoes and stir to coat with butter.

Sprinkle dark brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and sea salt over the sweet potatoes.

Pour in maple syrup and orange juice, and stir to combine all ingredients.

Cover the skillet and cook for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Check for tenderness; sweet potatoes should be fork-tender.

Remove the lid and let the mixture simmer for an additional 5 minutes to thicken syrup.

Stir in orange zest and vanilla extract just before serving.

Serve warm as a side dish.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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