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Candied Yams

Cultural Context

Candied yams are a traditional dish in American cuisine, particularly popular during Thanksgiving and other holiday gatherings. The dish combines the natural sweetness of yams with sugar and spices, often topped with marshmallows, creating a comforting and festive side dish. Its origins can be traced back to African American culinary traditions, where sweet potatoes were a staple ingredient.

AmericanUSside
45 min
easy
8 servings
Servings4
4 cups yams
1 cup brown sugar
1/2 cup butter
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
2 cups marshmallows

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

yams

🥗Healthier: sweet potatoes

💰Cheaper: regular potatoes

Sweet potatoes are more nutritious, while regular potatoes are often less expensive.

brown sugar

🥗Healthier: coconut sugar

💰Cheaper: white sugar

Coconut sugar has a lower glycemic index, while white sugar is usually cheaper.

1

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

2

Peel and slice the yams into rounds.

3

Boil the yams in a pot of water until tender, about 15 minutes.

4

Drain the yams and place them in a baking dish.

5

In a bowl, mix brown sugar, butter, cinnamon, and nutmeg until combined.

6

Pour the mixture over the yams, ensuring they are well coated.

7

Top with marshmallows evenly across the yams.

8

Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes until the marshmallows are golden brown.

9

Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving.

Cooking Techniques

boilingbaking

Spice Level:

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Allergens

dairy

Also Known As

Sweet Potatoes with MarshmallowsGlazed Yams

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