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Candied Yams

A classic Southern side dish, these candied yams are sweet, tender, and perfectly spiced, making them a delightful addition to any meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Course Breakfast
Cuisine American
Servings 6
Calories 120 kcal

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 1.5 lbs Sweet Potatoes (yams) peeled and sliced into 0.5 inch rounds
  • 0.5 cup Butter
  • 1 cup Brown Sugar packed
  • 0.25 cup Orange Juice
  • 0.5 tsp Cinnamon
  • 0.25 tsp Nutmeg
  • 0.125 tsp Salt

Instructions
 

Preparation Steps

  • Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  • Arrange the sliced sweet potatoes in a single layer in a greased 9x13 inch baking dish.
  • In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the brown sugar, orange juice, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Cook until the sugar is dissolved and the sauce is smooth.
  • Pour the sauce evenly over the sweet potatoes.
  • Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake for 45 minutes.
  • Remove the foil and bake for another 15 minutes, or until tender and the sauce is bubbling.
  • Let stand for a few minutes before serving.

Notes

Serve hot as a side dish for holidays or any special occasion.

Nutrition

Serving: 200gCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 120gProtein: 120gFat: 120gSaturated Fat: 120gPolyunsaturated Fat: 120gMonounsaturated Fat: 120gTrans Fat: 120gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 120gSugar: 120gVitamin A: 120IUVitamin C: 120mgCalcium: 120mgIron: 120mg
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