My Family's Favorite Yams

Sweet, tender, and irresistibly caramelized, "My Family's Favorite Yams" is the ultimate comfort side dish for any holiday table or cozy family dinner. Made with tender yams coated in a luxurious blend of melted butter, brown sugar, warm cinnamon, nutmeg, and a drizzle of pure maple syrup, this dish captures the essence of indulgent fall and winter flavors. Finished with a sprinkle of crunchy pecans or gooey golden marshmallows (or both!), these yams strike the perfect balance between sweet and savory. With just 15 minutes of prep and a simple baking process, this crowd-pleasing recipe is as easy as it is delicious. Perfect for Thanksgiving, Christmas, or simply elevating a weeknight meal, this dish is sure to become a family tradition. Try it today and savor the comforting warmth of homemade goodness!

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 4 cups yams (peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes)
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 0.5 cup brown sugar (packed)
• 0.25 cup pure maple syrup
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 0.25 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1 cup mini marshmallows (optional)
• 0.5 cup chopped pecans (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish and set aside.

Step 2

Place the peeled and cubed yams in a large pot and add enough water to cover them. Bring the pot to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat to medium and simmer for 10-15 minutes, or until the yams are fork-tender. Drain the yams and transfer them to the prepared baking dish.

Step 3

In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the brown sugar, maple syrup, cinnamon, nutmeg, vanilla extract, and salt. Continue stirring until the mixture is smooth and just begins to bubble, about 1-2 minutes.

Step 4

Pour the butter mixture evenly over the yams, gently tossing to coat them well.

Step 5

If using, sprinkle the chopped pecans over the yams for extra crunch and texture.

Step 6

Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.

Step 7

Remove the foil, gently stir the yams, and optionally add the mini marshmallows on top. Return the dish to the oven and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the marshmallows are golden and gooey.

Step 8

Remove from the oven and let the yams cool for 5 minutes before serving. Serve warm and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1308.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2438.0

Total Fat 89.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 31.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 124mg	0%
Sodium 299.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 404.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 35.7g	0%
Total Sugars 187.2g
Protein 18.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 338.3mg	0%
Iron 6.8mg	0%
Potassium 3751.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 32.2%

Protein: 2.9%

Carbs: 64.9%