It's no secret that yams don't get enough credit. It's mainly served during Thanksgiving or Christmas as one of many side dishes, and forgotten about until the next year. Well, it's time for yams to have their moment — and this healthy candied yams recipe shines. With its mix of cinnamon and orange, it almost feels like it should be served only during the holidays, but we encourage you to try it year-round. Enjoy!
Ingredients:
- 3 (1 1/2 cups) medium yams
- 1/4 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 teaspoon flour, sifted
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon orange peel
- 1 teaspoon soft tub of margarine
- 1/2 cup orange juice
Directions:
1. Cut yams in half and boil until tender but firm (about 20 minutes). When cool enough to handle, peel and slice into 1/4-inch thickness.
2. Combine sugar, flour, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and grated orange peel.
3. Place half of the sliced yams in a medium-sized casserole dish. Sprinkle with the spiced sugar mixture.
4. Dot with half the amount of margarine.
5. Add a second layer of yams, using the rest of the ingredients in the same order as above. Add orange juice.
6. Bake uncovered for 20 minutes in oven that was preheated to 350 degrees F.
Nutrition
Yield: 6 servings
Serving size: 1/4 cup
Each serving provides:
Calories: 110
Total fat: less than 1 g
Saturated fat: less than 1 g
Cholesterol: 0 mg
Sodium: 115 mg
Total fiber: 2 g
Protein: 1 g
Carbohydrates: 25 g
Potassium: 344 mg
This dish is the perfect accompaniment to any delicious main course. And if you do happen to make this during the holidasy, rest assured that it won't just be “one of the side dishes” it will be the side dish your family will ask for again and again. And if you like this recipe, try our other delicious sides.
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