roasted yams with maple syrup
Although the terms yam and sweet potato are often used interchangeably, they belong to different plant species. A true yam is a tropical-vine tuber found in South and Central America, the West Indies and parts of Asia and Africa. The sweet potato, a large, edible root that is a member of the morning glory family, is native to tropical areas of the Americas. Either may be used in this dish. If desired, garnish the roasted yams with finely slivered parsley.
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prep time
15 Min
cook time
1 Hr
method
Bake
yield
8 serving(s)
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup light brown sugar, firmly packed
- 1/3 cup maple syrup
- 4 pounds yams, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces
- - salt and freshly ground pepper, to taste
- 1/4 cup slivered almonds, toasted
How To Make roasted yams with maple syrup
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Step 1Preheat an oven to 350°F.
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Step 2In a small saucepan over medium-low heat, combine the butter, brown sugar and maple syrup and heat until the butter has melted, 2 to 3 minutes. In a large bowl, combine the yams, the butter mixture, salt and pepper and toss to coat evenly.
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Step 3Transfer to a baking dish and roast, stirring every 15 minutes, until the yams are tender and caramelized, 45 minutes to 1 hour. Sprinkle with the almonds and serve immediately.
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