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Brown Sugar Candied Yams

Brown Sugar Candied Yams are roasted in a butter-brown sugar sauce flavored with fresh orange zest, autumn spices, and fragrant rosemary.

Prep Time
30 mins
Cook Time
30 mins
Total Time
1 hr
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 530 kcal
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 2.5 - 3 pounds sweet potatoes peeled and cut into 2-inch chunks
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 cups orange juice
  • 1 tablespoon orange zest
  • 1 teaspoon fresh Rosemary chopped
  • 1 1/2 cups brown sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 6 tablespoons butter

Instructions

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  1. Place the sweet potato chunks in a large pot and cover with a couple of inches of cold water. Add the salt and bring to a boil. Boil for 7-10 minutes or until they start getting tender but not fully cooked. Drain and set aside.
  2. Mix the remaining ingredients in a large sauté pan and bring to a boil on high heat. Cook until the sauce reduces to a syrup.
  3. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
  4. Add sweet potatoes to a large, lightly buttered casserole dish, add the sauce, and toss gently to combine.
  5. Bake until the sauce reduces to a syrup and the potatoes are tender, about 10-15 minutes. Serve hot.
  6. Garnish with a bit of orange zest and some rosemary.

Nutrition Information

Calories 530kcal (27%) Carbohydrates 110g (37%) Protein 6g (12%) Fat 9g (14%) Saturated Fat 2g (10%) Sodium 573mg (24%) Potassium 1234mg (35%) Fiber 10g (40%) Sugar 58g (116%) Vitamin A 44741IU (895%) Vitamin C 40mg (44%) Calcium 140mg (14%) Iron 2mg (11%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 8servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 530

% Daily Value*

Calories 530kcal 27%
Carbohydrates 110g 37%
Protein 6g 12%
Fat 9g 14%
Saturated Fat 2g 10%
Sodium 573mg 24%
Potassium 1234mg 26%
Fiber 10g 40%
Sugar 58g 116%
Vitamin A 44741IU 895%
Vitamin C 40mg 44%
Calcium 140mg 14%
Iron 2mg 11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.