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Candied Yams Recipe

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This classic Candied Yams recipe features tender, sweet yams glazed in a rich buttery brown sugar and spice sauce. Simmered slowly to develop a deeply caramelized flavor, this dish is a perfect comforting side for holiday meals or any cozy dinner.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • ½ cup unsalted butter
  • 6 yams, peeled and sliced ⅓” thick (approximately 3 ½ pounds)
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
  • Kosher salt, to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare the skillet: In a large high-sided skillet, place the butter and heat over medium-high until melted and bubbling gently.
  2. Add yams: Add the peeled and sliced yams to the skillet, tossing them to coat evenly with the melted butter.
  3. Add sugar and spices: Sprinkle the brown sugar, cinnamon, and pumpkin pie spice over the yams in the skillet and stir carefully to combine all ingredients.
  4. Simmer covered: Once the sugar has melted fully, reduce the heat to low and cover the skillet with a lid. Let the yams cook slowly for 1 hour, stirring gently every 15 minutes to avoid breaking the yam slices.
  5. Check doneness and season: When the yams are tender and the sauce has thickened into a glossy glaze, season with kosher salt to taste and stir gently.
  6. Serve: Transfer the candied yams to a serving dish and serve hot as a deliciously sweet side dish.

Notes

  • Use a large skillet with high sides to prevent spills while stirring and simmering.
  • Stir gently to keep the yam slices intact during cooking.
  • If yams are very large, adjust cooking time slightly until fully tender.
  • For a deeper flavor, you can add a splash of orange juice or zest.
  • This dish pairs beautifully with roasted meats and holiday entrees.

Keywords: candied yams, sweet potato side dish, holiday recipe, brown sugar yams, cinnamon yams

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