Candied Yams

A delightful candied yams recipe perfect for the holiday season.

By @itsdayswithdae

Original recipe source

Cook time: 30 minutes

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 0 yams
• 0 water
• 0 butter
• 0 brown sugar
• 0 cinnamon
• 0 nutmeg
• 0 salt
• 0 aluminum foil

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Peel and slice the yams into 1/4 inch thick rounds.
3. In a large pot, bring water to a boil and add the sliced yams. Cook for about 10 minutes until they are slightly tender.
4. Drain the yams and place them in a baking dish.
5. In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat and stir in brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and a pinch of salt until the sugar is dissolved.
6. Pour the butter and sugar mixture over the yams in the baking dish.
7. Toss the yams gently to coat them evenly with the mixture.
8. Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes.
9. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the yams are tender and the sauce is bubbly.
10. Serve the candied yams warm as a side dish.