A splash of Jack Daniel's is all this recipe needs to give it that extra something-something. The kids can keep their marshmallow topped sweet potatoes. This one is for the...
Method: stovetop, oven
Time: 30-60 minutes
Sweet Potatoes and Yams
Today, sweet potatoes and yams are mostly used interchangeably to mean sweet potatoes. True yams aren't related to sweet potatoes. High in Vitamin C and A, these tasty items are often considered healthier than their regular potato counterpart. Sweet potatoes and yams are delicious baked, cooked as fries, in casseroles, pureed in soups, mashed or used as a pie filling.
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Drunken Sweet Potatoes
Sweet Potato Graham Cracker Crunch
You'll want to make this sweet potato bake more often than just Thanksgiving. Sweet potatoes are mashed with brown sugar and orange juice, and topped with a...
Method: oven
Time: 30-60 minutes
Copycat Reba McEntire's Praline Sweet Potato Casserole
This sweet potato casserole is the perfect bridge between dinner and dessert. Sweet potatoes mashed with cinnamon, vanilla, and sugar are baked...
Method: oven
Time: 30-60 minutes
Copycat Ruth's Chris Special Sweet Potato Casserole
A standout side dish, this Ruth's Chris-inspired sweet potato casserole features a blend of sweet potatoes, sugar, and a hint of vanilla, topped with...
Method: oven
Time: 1-2 hours
Barbara's Candied Yams
Barbara gets it. No marshmallow topping, no frills, just perfect candied yams. Nutmeg and vanilla bring out the natural flavor of the yams, for a dish that's the perfect bridge...
Method: stovetop, oven
Time: 1-2 hours
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Copycat Boston Market Sweet Potato Casserole
Made with pecans, brown sugar, sweet potatoes, sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, butter, flour
Method: oven
Time: 1-2 hours
Classic Candied Sweet Potatoes Or Yams With Marshmallows
Brown sugar and a gloriously bronzed marshmallow topping turn the versatile sweet potato into a holiday bake that's half side dish, half...
Method: stovetop, oven
Time: 1-2 hours
Quick Candied Yams
Want to dress up a can of sweet potatoes? This simple recipe creates a sweet and buttery dish that's ready in no time.
Method: stovetop, oven
Time: 30-60 minutes
Roasted Sweet Potato Wedges
This is a great recipe for sweet potatoes when you don't want them candied or as a pie. Try these wedges as a healthy and more delicious alternative to regular fries.
Method: oven
Time: under 30 minutes
Roasted Root Vegetable Fries
Expand your french fry arsenal beyond just potatoes. Root veggies like carrots, parsnips, and sweet potatoes baked simply with olive oil and a few choice spices will be...
Method: oven
Time: under 30 minutes
Sweet Potatoes With Marshmallow Creme Sauce
Put the sweet back in sweet potatoes, then add a layer of marshmallow creme on top. This decadent dish is the perfect sweet and savory bridge between dinner...
Method: stovetop, oven
Time: 1-2 hours
Kentucky Bourbon Sweet Potatoes
Butter, vanilla, and a golden-baked marshmallow topping turn some sweet potatoes into an utterly life-changing casserole.
Method: stovetop, oven
Time: 30-60 minutes
Sweet Potato Planks
A side of sweet potatoes is one of the best ways to add a pop of color and flavor into a meal, regardless of the season.
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Sweet Potatoes with Marshmallows
Put the sweet back in sweet potato. Mash them up with butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon and top that off with some marshmallows before a trip to the oven. Just...
Method: stovetop, oven
Time: 30-60 minutes
Candied Sweet Potatoes
Brown sugar and butter are standard fare for candied sweet potatoes, but the real genius of this recipe is adding in some OJ
Method: stovetop
Time: 30-60 minutes
Spicy Sweet Potato Oven Fries
Sweet potato fries are so underrated. These couldn't be easier, either. Oil, salt and chili powder are all you need to spice these fries to perfection.
Method: oven
Time: 30-60 minutes
Baked Sweet Potato Fries
Sweet potato fries are already a healthier choice and baking them makes it even better. If you want to up the flavor, try adding a pinch of cayenne pepper or sugar.
Method: oven
Time: 30-60 minutes
Slow Cooker Baked Sweet Potatoes
These crockpot baked sweet potatoes are perfect for fall, whether you're going sweet with butter and cinnamon sugar or savory with roasted veggies.
Method: crock pot
Time: over 5 hours
Mashed Sweet Potatoes
This is a great alternative to regular mashed potatoes or to the usual sweet potato casserole at the holidays.
Method: stovetop
Time: 30-60 minutes
Fancy Sweet Potato Casserole
This casserole is the perfect dish for any holiday gathering or family dinner. It is packed with flavor and everyone will love the sweet graham cracker crumb topping.
Method: stovetop, oven
Time: 1-2 hours
Slow Cooker Sweet Potato Casserole
Make your meal special with this crock pot sweet potato casserole. It combines mashed sweet potatoes, butter, and a touch of orange juice, topped with a crunchy pecan...
Method: crock pot
Time: 2-5 hours
Slow Cooker Sweet Potatoes With Applesauce And Cinnamon
An easy-to-make recipe for sweet potatoes. It only takes a few minutes to prep, then the crockpot does the rest of the work, yielding a sweet...
Method: crock pot
Time: 2-5 hours
Maple Smashed Sweet Potato Bake with Spiced Pecan Streusel
Sweet potatoes are mashed with milk, eggs, and maple syrup and baked with a streusel topping made with butter, brown sugar, flour, pecans...
Method: stovetop, oven
Time: 1-2 hours
Lowfat Candied Yams
Candied yams, but low-fat and not so heavy. Brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg with a little hint of orange zest make some yummy yams that are guilt free, not flavor free.
Method: oven, stovetop
Time: 30-60 minutes
Rosemary Roasted Sweet Potato Wedges
Sweet potato wedges are even tastier than their plain cousins, and a bit healthier too. Oven-baking them with a simple toss in olive oil and rosemary is an...
Method: oven
Time: 30-60 minutes
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