Candied Sweet Potatoes

Ingredients:

4 med. sweet potatoes (2lbs)

1/4 cup packed brown sugar

3 T. butter/margarine melted

1/2 cup chopped nuts or tiny marshmallows (or both)

Preparation:

1. Peel fresh sweet potatoes; cut into 1 1/2 in. chunks. Cook fresh sweet potatoes, covered, in enough boiling water to cover for 10 to 12 minutes or until just tender, drain. (Or cut up canned sweet potatoes.)

2. Transfer potatoes to a 2-quart baking dish. Add brown sugar and melted butter; stir gently to combine. Bake in a 375 degree oven for 30-35 minutes or until potatoes are glazed, stirring gently twice. Sprinkle with nuts and/or marshmallows; bake 5 minutes more.

Make-ahead directions:

Prepare as directed through step 2. Cover and chill up to 24 hours. Uncover and bake as directed.