Spicy Glazed Sweet Potatoes and Pineapples

Spicy Glazed Sweet Potatoes and Pineapples
  • PREP TIME
    20 mins
  • COOK TIME
    40 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    1 hrs
  • SERVING
    8 People
  • VIEWS
    30

Elevate your side dish game with this vibrant and flavorful creation! Tender sweet potatoes and juicy pineapple are glazed with a spicy-sweet coating, creating a symphony of tastes that will tantalize your taste buds. The crispy bacon adds a smoky depth that perfectly complements the sweetness of the dish.

Ingridients

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    78 g
  • Cholesterol
    5 mg
  • Fiber
    7 g
  • Protein
    5 g
  • Saturated Fat
    1 g
  • Sodium
    207 mg
  • Sugar
    48 g
  • Fat
    2 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

Follow The Directions

01

Step

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

02

Step

Place the sweet potatoes in a saucepan with enough water to cover. Add 2 tablespoons cinnamon; bring to a boil; cook 7 to 10 minutes; drain.

03

Step

Mix together the 1/2 cup brown sugar and cayenne pepper in a small bowl. Lie the bacon slices in a baking dish. Sprinkle the brown sugar mix over the bacon.

04

Step

Cook the bacon in the oven until the bacon is crispy, about 10 minutes. Place the bacon on a plate lined with paper towels to drain, reserving the liquid from the dish. Change oven setting to Broil.

05

Step

Pour the reserved pineapple juice into a measuring cup. Fill the cup with water to measure 1 cup total. Pour the mixture into a skillet and place over medium heat. Stir in the sugar, 1/4 cup brown sugar, and 2 teaspoons cinnamon. Cook until the volume of the liquid has reduced to about half. Add the pineapple and drained sweet potatoes. Cook and stir until most of the liquid is absorbed. Transfer the mixture to a round 2-quart casserole dish. Crumble the drained bacon over top of the dish. Pour the reserved liquid from the bacon dish over top of the dish.

06

Step

Place the dish under the broiler until the sugar on top caramelizes, 2 to 3 minutes.

For an extra layer of flavor, consider adding a splash of bourbon or rum to the glaze during the reduction process.
If you prefer a milder spice level, reduce the amount of cayenne pepper to 1/2 teaspoon or less.
This dish can be prepared ahead of time and reheated before serving. Just wait to add the bacon until right before serving to keep it crispy.

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.3/ 5 ( 10 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (8)
  • Zoila Cremin

    The bacon adds such a nice touch to this dish. It's a great alternative to marshmallows.

  • Faye Bernier

    I found that the sweet potatoes became too soft when boiled for the entire 10 minutes. Next time, I'll reduce the boiling time to 7 minutes.

  • Barton Yundt

    The glaze is absolutely delicious. I will definitely be making this again.

  • Graham Ondricka

    This is a great way to use up leftover bacon.

  • Eden Lubowitz

    I served this as an appetizer on skewers and it was a huge success!

  • Kendall Sauer

    Be careful not to burn the sugar under the broiler! Keep a close eye on it.

  • Dale Borer

    This recipe was a hit at Thanksgiving! Everyone loved the combination of sweet, spicy, and savory.

  • Damian Powlowski

    I added a splash of bourbon to the glaze for an extra kick!

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