The basic recipe came from my mother's oh so yummy, candy yams. When my mother-in-law was diagnosed as a diabetic, at her request, I decided to try and create a variation of my Mamma's Candied Yams. The results were amazing. I have now passed it around to all the Aunts and Uncles... and would love to share it with those of you who do not like to add sugar to your recipes. This one is made with honey and pure Maple Syrup instead of brown sugar. So I share this recipe in memory of my loving Mom and in honor of my awesome mother-in-law.