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These candied yams topped with sugary pecans and marshmallows are a perfect choice during the holidays, but also fun to serve as a sweet winter side dish any night of the week.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds yams, peeled and cut into 1 inch pieces
- ¼ cup butter, cubed
- 5 tablespoons brown sugar, divided, or more to taste
- 1 tablespoon cream
- ¾ teaspoon ground cinnamon, divided
- ½ cup pecans
- 14 small marshmallows (Optional)
Directions
Step 1
Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add yams and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender, 12 to 15 minutes.
Step 2
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
Step 3
Drain and transfer to a bowl with butter, 4 tablespoons brown sugar, cream, and 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon. Mash until all ingredients are incorporated and butter is melted. Transfer to a casserole dish and sprinkle with remaining brown sugar and cinnamon. Arrange pecans and marshmallows over the top.
Step 4
Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Servings Per Recipe 6 | |
| Calories 376 | |
| % Daily Value * | |
| Total Fat16g | 21% |
| Saturated Fat6g | 31% |
| Cholesterol24mg | 8% |
| Sodium75mg | 3% |
| Total Carbohydrate57g | 21% |
| Dietary Fiber7g | 26% |
| Total Sugars14g | |
| Protein3g | |
| Vitamin C26mg | 130% |
| Calcium49mg | 4% |
| Iron1mg | 7% |
| Potassium1296mg | 28% |
*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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