By Mama Linda
Orange-Glazed Candied Yams
7 steps
Prep:20minCook:50min
If you enjoy candied yams like me, this is the recipe for you! It’s an easy and delicious side dish, perfect for your holiday dinner. The fresh orange slices and cinnamon sticks take this classic to the next level, too. Enjoy!
Updated at: Thu, 17 Aug 2023 06:03:06 GMT
Nutrition balance score
Unbalanced
Glycemic Index
46
Low
Glycemic Load
27
High
Nutrition per serving
Calories423.1 kcal (21%)
Total Fat20.7 g (30%)
Carbs59.5 g (23%)
Sugars23.5 g (26%)
Protein2.2 g (4%)
Sodium179.5 mg (9%)
Fiber6.8 g (24%)
% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet
Ingredients
6 servings
Instructions
Step 1
Wash, peel and cut yams into 1/4-inch slices.
Step 2
In an ungreased baking dish ( 8 inch x 8 inch, 2 quart), line sliced yams. Overlap to fit.
Step 3
In a saucepan, melt butter and sugar on low heat. Add cinnamon sticks and nutmeg. Stir and cook till sugar is dissolved.
Step 4
Add orange slices. Gently coat with sauce. Remove saucepan from heat right away to avoid overcooking.
Step 5
Pour sauce over yams evenly.
Step 6
Cover the yams with foil. Cook at 350F for 40 minutes, or until yams are soft when pierced with a fork.
Step 7
Remove foil and cook 5 more minutes or until golden brown.
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