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If you think sweet potatoes are just a side dish, think again; this Outback-inspired recipe turns them into a flavorful star of the meal.

1 large sweet potato
2 tablespoons shortening
2 tablespoons kosher salt
3 tablespoons softened butter
3 tablespoons honey
1 teaspoon cinnamon
Rub outside of potato with shortening and sprinkle with kosher salt. Bake the potatoes at 350 degrees F for 45 to 60 minutes (until soft). Split the potato.
Whip together butter and honey and put inside. Sprinkle with cinnamon and serve.
gennyblake
What's the secret ingredient in these cakes? Pudding mix. It not only adds flavor but it gives the cake a richer, creamier texture. No one will know your secret ingredient!
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reviews & comments
July 29, 2014
I don't care if this is like outback's or not, it's delicious! I did add brown sugar as @Jen D. suggested.
you're missing brown sugar. it goes inside the potato before honey butter and cinnamon.