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candied yams

(4 ratings)
Recipe by
Irana Grenier
Garden Valley, CA

This recipe has been in our family for generations. I've loved it all my life, it tastes just like candy. It's good hot or cold.

(4 ratings)
yield 4 -6
prep time 5 Min
cook time 10 Min
method Saute

Ingredients For candied yams

  • 1 can
    yams
  • 3-4 Tbsp
    butter
  • white sugar

How To Make candied yams

  • 1
    Drain yams and cut larger pieces in half.
  • 2
    Heat butter in a large skillet on med; add yams. Let yams cook for a few minutes until they begin to brown, then turn over and do the same on this side. When both sides are browned, sprinkle with 1/4 cup sugar over the yams and turn over. Do this about 4-5 times with sugar until you have a caramelized effect. Remove and serve immediately.
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