Description
Juneteenth candied yams are a heartwarming dish that brings comfort and tradition to your table. With tender yam slices enveloped in a rich, caramelized glaze and sprinkled with warm spices, this vibrant side dish is perfect for celebrating freedom and togetherness.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium yams (about 2 pounds), peeled and sliced into 1/2-inch rounds
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup light brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking dish.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter and stir in the brown sugar until fully dissolved.
- Add cinnamon, nutmeg, and vanilla extract to the butter mixture; combine well.
- Layer yam slices in the prepared baking dish, pouring the sweet butter mixture over them evenly.
- Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 45 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes until tender and caramelized.
- Serve warm, drizzled with sauce from the baking dish.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Soul Food
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 35g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg