OLD SCHOOL SOUTHERN CANDIED SWEET POTATOES 🍠 (YAMS )One Of My Most Popular Thanksgiving Side Dishes

brown sugar

🥗Healthier: coconut sugar

💰Cheaper: white sugar

Coconut sugar offers a lower glycemic index.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil provides a dairy-free option.

mini marshmallows

🥗Healthier: toasted pecans

💰Cheaper: regular marshmallows

Pecans add crunch and flavor without added sugar.

cinnamon

🥗Healthier: pumpkin pie spice

💰Cheaper: allspice

Pumpkin pie spice adds a warm flavor profile.

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).

Peel and slice sweet potatoes into rounds.

Boil sweet potato slices in water until tender, about 10-15 minutes.

Drain sweet potatoes and transfer to a baking dish.

Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat.

Stir in brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt until combined.

Pour the mixture over the sweet potatoes and gently toss to coat.

Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, until caramelized.

Remove from oven and top with mini marshmallows if desired.

Return to oven and bake for an additional 5-10 minutes until marshmallows are golden.

Serve warm as a side dish.

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