Sweet Potatoes with Rum Recipe
Description:
Indulge in the decadence of sweet potatoes infused with a hint of rum, yet balanced with just the right amount of sweetness, sans the overwhelming marshmallow overload. For an extra burst of flavor, consider adding freshly grated orange zest if substituting orange juice.
Recipe Category: Yam/Sweet Potato
Keywords: Potato, Vegetable, Low Protein, Low Cholesterol, Healthy, Kosher, Potluck, Christmas, Thanksgiving, Weeknight, Oven, < 4 Hours, Easy, Inexpensive
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 212.5
- Fat Content: 5.8g
- Saturated Fat Content: 1g
- Cholesterol Content: 0mg
- Sodium Content: 124.8mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 35.8g
- Fiber Content: 3.3g
- Sugar Content: 18.2g
- Protein Content: 1.9g
Servings: 8
Ingredients:
- 6 sweet potatoes
- 4 tablespoons margarine
- 1/3 cup butter
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup dark rum
- Golden raisins (optional)
Instructions:
| Step | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 | Boil the whole, unpeeled sweet potatoes until tender but not too soft—this usually takes anywhere from 20 to 40 minutes, depending on the thickness of your potatoes. |
| 2 | Drain the potatoes and allow them to cool until they are comfortable to handle. Peel them and slice them into 1/4-inch thick slices. |
| 3 | Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). |
| 4 | Arrange the sweet potato slices in an attractive overlapping pattern in a buttered shallow baking dish. |
| 5 | Dot the slices with margarine or butter pieces, then sprinkle evenly with brown sugar. Optionally, scatter golden raisins over the top for an extra burst of sweetness. |
| 6 | Drizzle the dark rum evenly over the sweet potato slices. |
| 7 | Bake the sweet potatoes in the preheated oven, uncovered, until they are bubbly and glazed, typically around 30 minutes. |
Tips:
- Ensure the sweet potatoes are not overcooked during boiling, as they will continue to soften in the oven.
- Experiment with different varieties of sweet potatoes for unique flavor profiles.
- For a healthier twist, you can reduce the amount of butter and sugar used.
- Serve hot as a side dish for Thanksgiving, Christmas, or any special occasion.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator and reheated gently in the oven or microwave.
Enjoy the tantalizing aroma and rich flavors of these Sweet Potatoes with Rum—a delightful addition to any festive spread or weeknight dinner table! 🍠🥃
