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Honey Ginger Candied Yams

Sweet Honey Ginger Candied Yams for a Festive Touch

Delight in this festive side dish of Honey Ginger Candied Yams, offering a perfect balance of sweetness and spice.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Desserts
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Yams
  • 2 lb Yams or Sweet Potatoes sliced 1/4-inch thick; Garnet or jewel-fleshed sweet potatoes recommended
  • 3 tbsp Olive Oil for coating
  • 1 tsp Salt enhances flavors
  • 1/2 tsp Black Pepper adds heat
For the Glaze
  • 1/4 cup Honey key sweetener
  • 2 tbsp Brown Sugar adds depth
  • 1 tbsp Ground Ginger for spice; fresh may be used
  • 1/2 tsp Cinnamon complements sweetness
Optional Add-Ins
  • 1/3 cup Pecans chopped; adds crunch
  • 1/2 tsp Flaky Finishing Salt for final touch

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • large bowl
  • small saucepan
  • Pastry brush

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 450°F (232°C).
  2. Slice the yams into 1/4-inch thick rounds and toss them in a bowl with olive oil, salt, and black pepper.
  3. Spread the yams on a baking sheet in a single layer and bake for 15 minutes until they start to soften.
  4. Combine honey, brown sugar, cinnamon, and ginger in a saucepan over low heat. Stir until combined.
  5. Remove the yams, coat them with the glaze using a pastry brush, and flip to coat all sides.
  6. Sprinkle chopped pecans over the glazed yams.
  7. Return to the oven and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until golden and caramelized.
  8. Transfer yams to a serving platter and sprinkle flaky salt on top before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 2gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 150mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 5gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 8mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days in the refrigerator or freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat in a 350°F oven.

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