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Sizzling Holiday Yam Delight
Yams Sensational Recipe 🍠
Prep Time: 1 hour
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 4
Description:
Just in time for the holidays, this Yams Sensational dish is bound to impress your guests, making them believe you’re a gourmet chef, when in reality, it’s incredibly easy to prepare! Tested at high altitude for guaranteed success, this vegan, Christmas and Thanksgiving-friendly recipe is perfect for weeknights, requiring less than 4 hours to prepare. With a delightful combination of flavors and textures, these yams will become a family favorite!
Ingredients:
- 2 yams
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon nutmeg
- 4 tablespoons pecans
- 1/4 cup orange juice
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 336.4
- Fat Content: 10.6g
- Saturated Fat Content: 1g
- Cholesterol Content: 0mg
- Sodium Content: 16.9mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 59.4g
- Fiber Content: 6.8g
- Sugar Content: 19.8g
- Protein Content: 3.8g
Instructions:
| Step | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 | Bake yams (skin on) at 350°F (175°C) until tender when pierced with a fork, approximately 45 minutes to 1 hour. |
| 2 | Remove from oven and wrap in a damp paper towel to allow them to cool for 10 minutes. |
| 3 | Increase oven temperature to 450°F (230°C). |
| 4 | Peel off the skin from the yams. |
| 5 | Slice yams into 1/2″ thick rounds. For an extra-nice presentation, use a cookie cutter to create scalloped edges or fancy shapes. |
| 6 | Place yam slices in a shallow baking dish that has been sprayed with non-stick cooking spray and pour orange juice over all. |
| 7 | Mix nutmeg with brown sugar and sprinkle atop each slice. |
| 8 | Top each slice with finely chopped pecans. |
| 9 | Bake in the oven for 10 minutes, or until the sugar is melted and the pecans are slightly toasted. |
| 10 | Serve immediately and enjoy the sensational flavors! |
These Yams Sensational are sure to be a hit at any gathering, whether it’s for the holidays or a weeknight dinner treat. With their vibrant colors and irresistible aroma, they’ll have everyone coming back for more!
