Cinnamon Sweet Potatoes Recipe
Servings: 8
Ingredients
- 2 1/2 lb sweet potatoes or possibly yams (about 8 medium)
- 1/2 c. packed brown sugar
- 1/4 c. butter or possibly margarine
- 3 Tbsp. water
- 1/2 tsp grnd cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp salt
Directions
- Heat sufficient water to cover sweet potatoes (salted, if you like) to boiling. Add in potatoes. Cover and heat to boiling. Cook 30 to 35 min or possibly till tender; drain. Slip off skins. Cut potatoes into 1/2-inch slices. Heat remaining ingredients in 8-inch skillet over medium heat, stirring constantly, till smooth and bubbly. Add in potatoes. Stir gently till potatoes are glazed and warm.
- * 2 cans (18 ounces each) vacuum-pack sweet potatoes, cut into 1/2-inch slices, can be substituted for the cooked fresh potatoes.*
- ORANGE SWEET POTATOES: Substitute 3 Tbsp. orange juice for the water and add in 1 Tbsp. grated orange peel.
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Serving | %DV |
|---|---|
| Serving Size 128g | |
| Recipe makes 8 servings | |
| Calories 191 | |
| Calories from Fat 51 | 27% |
| Total Fat 5.81g | 7% |
| Saturated Fat 3.67g | 15% |
| Trans Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 15mg | 5% |
| Sodium 246mg | 10% |
| Potassium 365mg | 10% |
| Total Carbs 34.16g | 9% |
| Dietary Fiber 3.1g | 10% |
| Sugars 17.61g | 12% |
| Protein 1.69g | 3% |
