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Honey Ginger Candied Yams

Honey Ginger Candied Yams for a Cozy Holiday Feast

A delightful twist on a classic holiday side dish featuring Honey Ginger Candied Yams, combining sweetness and spice.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Yams
  • 2 pounds Yams or Sweet Potatoes Garnet or jewel sweet potatoes yield the best results.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Enhances flavor and aids in browning.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Sea salt or kosher salt recommended.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper Freshly ground for best flavor.
For the Sweet Glaze
  • 1/2 cup Honey Can be substituted with maple syrup.
  • 1/4 cup Brown Sugar Coconut sugar is a healthier alternative.
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon Fresh ground is ideal for richer flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Ginger Use fresh ginger for a pronounced flavor.
Optional Enhancements
  • 1/2 cup Pecans Can be swapped with walnuts or omitted.
  • to taste Flaky Finishing Salt Enhances the final dish.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • baking sheet
  • Mixing bowl
  • Small saucepan
  • knife
  • Cutting board

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 450°F (232°C).
  2. Slice your yams or sweet potatoes into 1/4-inch rounds.
  3. Toss the sliced yams with olive oil, salt, and freshly ground black pepper.
  4. Spread the seasoned yams in a single layer on a baking sheet and bake for 15 minutes.
  5. While the yams are baking, combine honey, brown sugar, cinnamon, and ground ginger over low heat.
  6. After 15 minutes, brush the yams with the honey glaze, flipping them to coat both sides.
  7. If using, sprinkle chopped pecans over the yams and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until golden brown.
  8. Transfer the yams to a serving platter and sprinkle with flaky salt before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 200mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 4gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 12000IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These Honey Ginger Candied Yams will please everyone at your holiday table. Enjoy creating this heartwarming dish!

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