Baked Sweet Yams in Pineapple Juice
Delight your taste buds with the warm, comforting flavors of Baked Sweet Yams in Pineapple Juice—a perfect blend of sweetness and spice wrapped in a luscious citrus glaze. This easy-to-make side dish features tender slices of sweet yams baked to perfection in a caramelized sauce made from pineapple juice, brown sugar, butter, and a touch of cinnamon and nutmeg. With the option to add crunchy chopped pecans for extra texture, this recipe is ideal for holiday feasts, potlucks, or weeknight dinners. The cornstarch-thickened sauce clings to every bite, ensuring maximum flavor in every forkful. Ready in just over an hour and serving up to six people, this dish is a vibrant addition to any table. Whether you're after a unique twist on classic baked yams or a crowd-pleasing side, this recipe will not disappoint!
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Ingredients
- 4 medium-sized sweet yams
- 1.5 cups pineapple juice
- 0.25 cups brown sugar
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 0.5 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoons ground nutmeg
- 0.25 teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons water
- 0.25 cups optional chopped pecans
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
Step 2
Peel the yams and slice them into 1/4-inch thick rounds. Arrange the yam slices in an even layer in the prepared baking dish.
Step 3
In a medium saucepan, combine the pineapple juice, brown sugar, butter, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Heat over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, until the sugar dissolves and the butter is melted.
Step 4
Remove the mixture from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
Step 5
In a small bowl, dissolve the cornstarch in 2 tablespoons of water, ensuring there are no lumps. Whisk this into the pineapple juice mixture.
Step 6
Pour the pineapple juice mixture evenly over the sliced yams in the baking dish, ensuring all pieces are coated.
Step 7
Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.
Step 8
Remove the foil and stir the yams gently to ensure they cook evenly and are coated with the sauce. Sprinkle the optional chopped pecans on top if desired.
Step 9
Return the baking dish to the oven, uncovered, and bake for an additional 20 minutes, or until the yams are tender and the sauce has thickened.
Step 10
Let the dish rest for 5 minutes before serving warm. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1111.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1703.5 |
| Total Fat 57.4g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 23.1g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0g | |
| Cholesterol 93mg | 0% |
| Sodium 663.9mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 292.1g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 32.0g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 90.6g | |
| Protein 14.0g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 295.3mg | 0% |
| Iron 4.9mg | 0% |
| Potassium 4732.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories