Candied Yams
20 min
8 servings
This dish is all about sharing the joy—candied yams can be your go-to side dish for holiday dinners and potlucks. Developed in collaboration with Ambassador, Claudia Hawkins-Moise, this blend brings the heartwarming, southern flavours of Caludia’s family recipe to your home this holiday season!
Ingredients
- 5 lbs (2.2 kg) medium yams or sweet potatoes, about 6
- 1 pkg Candied Yams Seasoning
- 1⁄4 cup each orange juice and unsalted butter
Preparation
- Peel and thinly slice yams; you should have about 8 cups. Place in Round or Multipurpose Steamer. Stir in seasoning, juice, and butter.
- Cover and microwave on high 7 min. Remove from microwave and stir. Microwave, uncovered, on high additional 8 min, or until fork tender.
Epicure Products Used
Nutritional Information
Per serving(about 3/4 cup): Calories 160, Fat 6 g (Saturated 3.5 g, 0.3 0 g), Cholesterol 15 mg, Sodium 160 mg, Carbohydrate 26 g (Fiber 4 g, Sugars 9 g), Protein 2 g.
Tips
Top steamed potatoes with marshmallows, nuts, or streusel and bake in preheated 375˚ F oven for 10 min. Epicure Steamers are oven-safe!
For faster slicing, use 4-in-1 Mandoline.
No Steamer? Arrange sliced yams in a baking dish and bake in preheated 375˚ F for 40 min, or until tender.
Perfectly Balance Your Plate
Serve with 4 oz (113 g) lean protein, 1⁄2 cup mashed potatoes, and 2 cups leafy greens with 1 tbsp Epicure Dressing.