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Classic Southern Candied Yams: Perfectly Glazed and Buttery for Holidays

A spoonful of thick, amber glaze is drizzled over a plate of glistening southern candied yams slices.
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Make authentic Southern candied yams with a rich, sticky brown sugar and butter glaze. This classic soul food side dish is tender, sweet, and perfect for your next holiday meal.

Ingredients

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  • 3 lbs yams or sweet potatoes, peeled and sliced into 1/2-inch thick rounds
  • 1 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cut into pieces
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
  2. Arrange the sliced yams in a single layer in the prepared baking dish.
  3. In a medium saucepan, combine the brown sugar, water, butter, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
  4. Heat the mixture over medium heat, stirring constantly until the butter melts and the sugar dissolves completely. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
  5. Pour the hot glaze evenly over the yams in the baking dish.
  6. Cover the baking dish tightly with aluminum foil.
  7. Bake for 45 minutes.
  8. Remove the foil and continue baking for another 15 to 25 minutes, or until the yams are tender and the sauce has thickened into a rich, caramelized glaze. Baste the yams with the sauce halfway through this uncovered period.
  9. Remove from the oven and let stand for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • For a stovetop method, simmer the yams in the glaze mixture until tender, about 30-40 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
  • If you prefer a thinner sauce, reduce the water slightly. For a thicker, stickier glaze, bake uncovered for a longer period.
  • This recipe works well with both true yams and sweet potatoes, which are commonly called yams in the South.

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Find it online: https://kingscook.com/southern-candied-yams-recipe/