Grandmas Candied Sweet Potatoes

A simpler version of those creamy candied sweet potatoes that take you right back to Grandma’s holiday table.

Step: 1

Combine butter, vanilla extract, and salt in a bowl. Mix brown sugar and white sugar together in another bowl.

Step: 2

Layer potatoes and sugar mixture in the bottom of a slow cooker. Pour the butter mixture over the top.

Step: 3

Cover and cook on Low until tender, about 6 hours.

Step: 4

Remove 1/3 of the cooking liquid from the slow cooker and pour into a saucepan; whisk in cornstarch. Bring to a boil and cook until thick, about 5 minutes. Pour over potatoes and serve.

Per Serving: 367 calories; protein 2.9g; carbohydrates 79.8g; fat 4.7g; cholesterol 12.2mg; sodium 165mg.

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