Mississippi Candied Yams

Candied yams are a popular dish in Southern cuisine, especially during Thanksgiving. The sweet and sticky yams are often enjoyed alongside savory dishes like roast turkey and green bean casserole.

This is vegetarian and gluten free recipe. Dish can be prepared in 70 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 9.

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Mississippi Candied Yams

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: American, Southern Courses: Comfort Food, Dinner, Side Dish Recipe Keys: Gluten Free Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 45 min Rest Time 10 min Total Time 1 hr 10 mins

Servings: 6 Calories: 1500

Best Season: Fall

Ingredients

Servings

• 2 pound Yams
• 4 tablespoon Butter
• 1 cup Brown Sugar
• 1 teaspoon Cinnamon
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Nutmeg
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
• ¹⁄₂ cup Pecans
• ¹⁄₂ cup Mini Marshmallows

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Peel and slice the yams into 1/2-inch thick rounds.
3. In a large saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, and vanilla extract. Stir until the sugar has dissolved and the mixture is well combined.
4. Add the sliced yams to the saucepan and toss to coat them in the sugar mixture.
5. Transfer the yams and sugar mixture to a baking dish. Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes.
6. Remove the foil and sprinkle the pecans and mini marshmallows over the yams. Return to the oven and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until the marshmallows are golden brown.
7. Remove from the oven and let rest for 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 250kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 6g10%

Total Carbohydrate 50g17%

Sugars 25g

Protein 2g4%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.