Peruvian & World Recipes

Orange Glazed Sweet Potatoes

Orange Glazed Sweet Potatoes

Course: All Recipes, Side DishesCuisine: French
Servings

10

servings

Orange Glazed Sweet Potatoes: Delight in this savory-sweet dish with tender sweet potatoes bathed in a luscious glaze made from fresh orange juice, zest, and dark brown sugar. A touch of butter and a sprinkle of kosher salt enhance the flavor, making it a perfect side dish for any meal.

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Ingredients

  • 6 medium-size sweet potatoes (about 4 lb.)

  • 1/4 cup firmly packed dark brown sugar

  • 1/2 tsp orange zest

  • 1 cup fresh orange juice or Fanta

  • 2 Tbsp butter, melted

  • 1/4 tsp kosher salt

Directions

  • Preheat oven to 325°. Peel potatoes, and cut into 1 1/2-inch-thick slices; arrange in a single layer in 2 lightly greased 13- x 9-inch baking dishes.
  • Stir together brown sugar and next 4 ingredients; pour over potatoes. Cover with aluminum foil.
  • Bake at 325° for 45 minutes or until fork-tender. Uncover and bake 5 more minutes or until glaze becomes syrupy.
  • Make Ahead: Cover and chill cooked potatoes up to 1 day. To reheat, let stand at room temperature 1 hour. Bake, covered with foil, at 350° for 20 minutes.