Ingredients for - Candied Sweet Potatoes

1. 6 tbsp. butter, plus more room temperature for baking dish
2. 3 lb. sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into ½-inch rounds
3. 2/3 c. packed dark brown sugar
4. 1/4 c. apple cider
5. 3 tbsp. bourbon, optional
6. 1/4 tsp. ground cinnamon
7. Kosher salt
8. Freshly ground black pepper

How to cook deliciously - Candied Sweet Potatoes

1 . Stage

Preheat oven to 400°. Brush a medium baking dish with butter.

2 . Stage

In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium. Whisk in the brown sugar, apple cider, bourbon if using, and cinnamon. Bring to a boil, then reduce to medium and simmer until thickened slightly, about 2 minutes.

3 . Stage

Layer potatoes in prepared baking dish, seasoning with salt and pepper, and pour warm syrup over top. Cover dish with foil and bake 30 minutes. 

4 . Stage

Remove foil, stir, and continue to bake until sweet potatoes are tender and coated in sauce, about 40 minutes more.