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Candied Yams Recipe

Sweet and tender yams coated in a buttery brown sugar glaze.
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Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 300 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 4 large yams peeled and cut into chunks
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 0.5 cup butter
  • 0.25 cup water
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 0.25 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 pinch salt

Instructions 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Place yams in a baking dish.
  3. In a saucepan, combine brown sugar, butter, water, cinnamon, nutmeg, vanilla, and salt. Cook over medium heat until butter is melted and mixture is smooth.
  4. Pour mixture over yams and toss to coat.
  5. Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes.
  6. Remove foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until yams are tender and caramelized.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 300kcal | Carbohydrates: 50g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 30mg | Sodium: 150mg | Potassium: 500mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 30g | Vitamin A: 10000IU | Vitamin C: 20mg | Calcium: 50mg | Iron: 1mg

Keywords

Candied Yams, Holiday, Sweet Potatoes
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