Sweet Potatoes with a Kick Recipe

Name: Sweet Potatoes with a Kick
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 large sweet potatoes (about 3 pounds), peeled and cut into 1 1/2-inch chunks; 2 cups packed light brown sugar; 1 cinnamon stick; 2 whole cloves; Water; 6 tablespoons butter; 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 1/2 teaspoon salt; Pinch ground cloves

Servings: persons

3 large sweet potatoes (about 3 pounds), peeled and cut into 1 1/2-inch chunks
2 cups packed light brown sugar
1 cinnamon stick
2 whole cloves
Water
6 tablespoons butter
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt
Pinch ground cloves

1
In a large pot, combine the potatoes, sugar, cinnamon stick, and whole cloves.
2
Add enough water to just barely cover the potatoes.
3
Partially cover the pot and simmer, over low heat, until the potatoes are tender, about 20 minutes.
4
Drain and add the potatoes to a large bowl.
5
Discard the cinnamon stick and the whole cloves.
6
Melt the butter in a medium skillet over medium-high heat.
7
Stir in the ground cinnamon, cayenne, salt, and ground cloves.
8
Pour the mixture over the potatoes and mash to the desired consistency.
9
Transfer to a serving bowl and serve hot.

698

kcal

Calories

Fat

144

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 large sweet potatoes (about 3 pounds), peeled and cut into 1 1/2-inch chunks, 2 cups packed light brown sugar, 1 cinnamon stick, 2 whole cloves, and more.

Yes, Sweet Potatoes with a Kick falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Sweet Potatoes with a Kick

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