Southern sweet potatoes are a traditional southern side dish that’s a holiday and potluck must. Made with just three simple ingredients, these candied sweet potatoes couldn’t be any easier or more delicious!
Peel potatoes and chop in slices, keep them in cold water while peeling otherwise they will turn brown on you.
Boil potatoes in skillet with enough water to cover all of the potatoes.
Cover with lid and continue to boil until potatoes are just barely tender. (Approx 20 minutes)
Drain water, leaving about 2 tablespoons of water left in the pan. Melt a stick of butter in the potatoes then add in 1 cup of sugar. Let the syrup get thick.
You can keep these southern sweet potatoes chunky or mash them together.