Candied Yams and Apples

Candied Yams and Apples

My husband’s favorite (mother-in-law’s recipe) for candied yams. It’s more like a dessert than a vegetable. It is very easy to make, and very tasty.

Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
40 mins
Total Time:
50 mins
Yield:
8 servings
Servings:
8

Ingredients

  • 2 medium apples – peeled, cored, and sliced
  • 1/3 cup chopped pecans
  • ½ cup brown sugar
  • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 2 (15 ounce) cans cut yams, drained
  • ¼ cup margarine
  • 2 cups mini marshmallows

Directions

Step 1
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

Step 2
Toss apple, pecans, brown sugar, and cinnamon together in a bowl. Alternate layers of coated apple and cut yams in an 11×7-inch pan. Dot with margarine and cover.

Step 3
Bake in the preheated oven until reduced and bubbly, 30 to 40 minutes. Cover with marshmallows and continue to bake until golden, 10 to 20 minutes more.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

293
Calories
9g
Fat
51g
Carbs
2g
Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 8
Calories 293
% Daily Value *
Total Fat9g 12%
Saturated Fat1g 7%
Sodium132mg 6%
Total Carbohydrate51g 19%
Dietary Fiber4g 14%
Total Sugars41g
Protein2g
Vitamin C13mg 64%
Calcium36mg 3%
Iron1mg 6%
Potassium273mg 6%

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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