Candied Yams Recipe
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Ingredients
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Vegetables
Sweeteners
Spices
Fats
Liquid
Optional Ingredients
Method
Preparation
Prepare the Yams
Peel the yams and cut them into 1-inch thick slices. You should have about 4 cups of sliced yams.
Cooking
Boil the Yams
In a large pot, bring enough water to a boil to cover the yams. Add the sliced yams and boil for about 10 minutes until they are just tender. Drain and set aside.
Make the Syrup
In a large saucepan, combine the brown sugar, maple syrup, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and salt. Add the 0.5 cups of water and stir well. Heat over medium heat until the sugar has dissolved and the mixture is bubbly.
Combine Yams and Syrup
Add the cooked yams to the saucepan with the syrup. Gently stir to coat the yams evenly with the syrup.
Bake
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Pour the yam and syrup mixture into a baking dish and bake uncovered for 30-35 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the yams are caramelized and tender.
Optional Marshmallows
If using, add the mini marshmallows on top of the yams during the last 10 minutes of baking. Allow them to melt and brown slightly.
