Candied Yams Recipe
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Preparation
- 1
Preparing the Yams
Peel and chop the yams into bite-sized pieces. Rinse them under cold water to remove any dirt.
- 2
Cooking the Yams
Place the chopped yams in a large pot and cover with water. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat to medium and simmer until the yams are tender, about 15-20 minutes.
- 3
Draining the Yams
Once cooked, drain the yams and set aside in a large mixing bowl.
Mixing Ingredients
- 4
Making the Sweet Mixture
In a saucepan over medium heat, combine the brown sugar and butter. Stir until the butter is melted and the sugar is dissolved, creating a syrup.
- 5
Flavoring the Mixture
Add the cinnamon, nutmeg, and vanilla extract to the syrup, stirring well to combine.
Baking
- 6
Combining Yams and Syrup
Pour the syrup over the drained yams in the mixing bowl and gently toss to coat the yams evenly.
- 7
Preparing for Baking
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Transfer the coated yams into a greased baking dish.
- 8
Adding Marshmallows
Spread the marshmallows evenly over the top of the yams.
- 9
Baking the Candied Yams
Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the marshmallows are golden brown and the yams are heated through.
