Title: Southern Candied Yams Recipe 🍠✨
Southern Candied Yams Recipe 🍠✨
Overview
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Servings: 6-8
Ingredients
- 4 large yams or sweet potatoes, peeled and sliced into rounds
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (1 stick)
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup water
- Optional: 1 cup marshmallows (for topping)
- Optional: 1/2 cup chopped pecans (for added crunch)
Directions
- Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Prepare the Yams:
- Peel the yams and slice them into round pieces, about 1/2 inch thick.
- Make the Candy Sauce:
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the brown sugar, butter, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, vanilla extract, and water. Stir until the butter is melted and the mixture is well combined.
- Layer the Yams:
- In a large baking dish, layer half of the yam slices. Pour half of the candy sauce over the first layer. Repeat with the remaining yam slices and the rest of the candy sauce.
- Bake the Yams:
- Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.
- Add Toppings (Optional):
- After 30 minutes, remove the foil. If using, sprinkle marshmallows and chopped pecans on top of the yams. Return to the oven and bake uncovered for an additional 15 minutes, or until the yams are tender and the marshmallows are golden brown.
- Serve:
- Remove from the oven and let cool slightly. Serve warm as a delicious side dish!
Enjoy! 🍽️
Southern Candied Yams are a delightful addition to any meal, especially during holidays and family gatherings. Enjoy the sweet, comforting flavors!
Feel free to adjust any ingredients or steps to suit your preferences!