Sweet potatoes have their fair share of sugar; it caramelizes in the oven, giving the vegetable more depth. To get that flavor on the outside, as well as a crisp surface, brown sugar butter is key ...

3 min read Sweet potatoes are just the kind of comfort food we want at a chilly time of year, but it might be hard to think of them as a main dish if you’re used to simply roasting them as a side.

5. Bake Again Place the filled sweet potatoes back on the baking sheet. Bake for an additional 15–20 minutes, or until the tops are golden and warmed through.

In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine the butter, maple syrup, brown sugar, orange rind, and salt. Heat for 3 to 4 minutes, stirring occasionally, or until the butter melts.

That custard includes a whopping 1 ¼ pounds of sweet potatoes—plus cinnamon, nutmeg, bourbon, and brown sugar— for major fall flavor. And we promise the crust is much easier than it looks.

¼ teaspoon onion powder 2 tablespoons sweet red pepper, finely chopped 2 tablespoons cilantro, finely chopped 4 tablespoons low-fat sour cream Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Poke sweet potatoes ...