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Butter-Pecan Sweet Potatoes




Source of Recipe


Everyday Food






Recipe Introduction


To make ahead (up to 5 hours) prepare recipe through step 2. Cool; cover and refrigerate. About 15 minutes before ready to serve, proceed with recipe.





List of Ingredients



• 8 medium sweet potatoes (5 pounds)
  
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
  
• Coarse salt
  
• 2 tablespoons butter, cut into small pieces
  
• 2 tablespoons light-brown sugar
  
• 1/3 cup pecan pieces
  
• 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  






Instructions



1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Peel potatoes and halve lengthwise; slice crosswise 1/2 inch thick. On a baking sheet, toss potatoes with olive oil; season with coarse salt.
   
2. Transfer half the potatoes to a second baking sheet; cook both sheets until potatoes are tender, tossing occasionally, 25 to 30 minutes.
   
3. Sprinkle with butter, brown sugar, pecan pieces, and cayenne pepper, dividing evenly. Bake until sugar is caramelized and hard, about 10 minutes. Gently toss; serve immediately.
   






Final Comments


Serves 8