Yummy Bacon Sweet Potatoes 🥓🍠
Description: This delightful recipe, passed down from my mother-in-law, never fails to impress my family. The addition of crispy bacon adds a savory punch that the kids absolutely adore. Although the cooking time provided is an estimate, the end result is always worth the wait.
Recipe Category: Yam/Sweet Potato
Keywords: Potato, Vegetable, Low Protein, < 60 Mins, Stove Top
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 232.8
- Fat Content: 8.6g
- Saturated Fat Content: 4.6g
- Cholesterol Content: 19.4mg
- Sodium Content: 776.5mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 36.2g
- Fiber Content: 5.5g
- Sugar Content: 8g
- Protein Content: 3.6g
Servings: 4
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 3 | Bacon |
| 1/2 | Onion |
| 2 | Butter |
| 1 1/2 | Sweet Potatoes |
| 1 | Salt |
| – | Sugar |
Instructions:
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Cook Bacon and Onion:
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add the bacon and diced onion.
- Cook until the bacon is crispy and the onion is tender, stirring occasionally to ensure even cooking.
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Add Remaining Ingredients:
- Once the bacon and onion are cooked to perfection, add the remaining ingredients to the skillet.
- Include the diced sweet potatoes, butter, salt, and a touch of sugar for a hint of sweetness.
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Combine Ingredients:
- Gently stir all the ingredients in the skillet, ensuring that the sweet potatoes are evenly coated with the savory bacon and buttery goodness.
- Allow the flavors to meld together beautifully.
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Cook Until Tender:
- Continue cooking the mixture over medium heat, stirring occasionally.
- Cook until the sweet potatoes are fork-tender and infused with all the delicious flavors from the bacon, onion, and seasonings.
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Serve and Enjoy:
- Once the sweet potatoes are cooked to perfection, serve this delectable dish hot, straight from the skillet.
- Enjoy the hearty flavors and comforting aroma with your loved ones.
Tips:
- For a crispy texture, try cooking the sweet potatoes until they develop a slight caramelization.
- Adjust the seasoning according to your taste preferences. You can add a dash of black pepper or a sprinkle of herbs for extra flavor.
- To make this dish vegetarian-friendly, you can omit the bacon and add your favorite meat alternative or simply enjoy the savory combination of sweet potatoes and onions.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Simply reheat before serving for a quick and satisfying meal.
With its irresistible combination of smoky bacon, tender sweet potatoes, and caramelized onions, this recipe is sure to become a family favorite in no time. Enjoy the comforting flavors and heartwarming aroma of these Yummy Bacon Sweet Potatoes!
