Candied Yams
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Candied Yams
Description
This Candied Yams recipe starts by peeling sweet potatoes and cutting them into 1-inch chunks. They are combined with cubed unsalted butter, packed brown sugar, kosher salt, and ground cinnamon, then spread in a baking dish. The yams bake at 400°F for 50 to 60 minutes until fork-tender and well-coated in a glossy, caramelized sauce. After baking, if desired, miniature marshmallows are added on top and broiled briefly to brown and soften, adding a sweet, gooey layer.
The resulting dish is tender and sweet with gentle spice from cinnamon. The marshmallows contribute a contrasting texture and extra sweetness. This preparation is often served as a side for festive dinners, balancing savory mains.
Whisking butter and sugar with seasonings before baking helps evenly coat the yams and develop deep flavors during roasting. Broiling marshmallows requires attention to prevent burning.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds sweet potato peeled and cut into 1" chunks
- 1/2 cup butter cubed, unsalted
- 1/2 cup brown sugar packed
- 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 16 ounces miniature marshmallows optional
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees and toss the sweet potatoes, butter, brown sugar and salt and place in 9x13 pan or on a baking sheet.
- Sprinkle over the cinnamon evenly and bake for 50-60 minutes or until fork tender and if using marshmallows pile on after cooking and broil 6 inches away from top broiler for 30-40 seconds until browned.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 8servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 432 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 432kcal | 22% |
| Carbohydrates | 82g | 27% |
| Protein | 2g | 4% |
| Fat | 11g | 17% |
| Saturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Cholesterol | 30mg | 10% |
| Sodium | 185mg | 8% |
| Potassium | 400mg | 9% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 50g | 100% |
| Vitamin A | 16440IU | 329% |
| Vitamin C | 2.7mg | 3% |
| Calcium | 53mg | 5% |
| Iron | 0.9mg | 5% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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