Island Yam Bake

Island Yam Bake

Yams or sweet potatoes are popular Hawaiian island fare, made more festive for luaus and other celebrations with the addition of typical, homegrown Hawaiian flavors.

Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
55 mins
Total Time:
1 hr 10 mins
Yield:
4 cups
Servings:
8

Ingredients

  • 2 ½ pounds yams, peeled and cubed
  • 1 cup pineapple and orange juice blend
  • 2 tablespoons softened butter
  • ½ cup (packed) dark brown sugar
  • ½ cup chopped macadamia nuts

Directions

Step 1
Place yams into a large pot and cover with salted water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until tender, about 20 minutes. Drain and allow to steam dry for a minute or two.

Step 2
Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).

Step 3
Return yams to the cooking pot, and mash with juice until smooth. Pack mashed yams into a 3 quart casserole dish, dot with butter, then sprinkle with brown sugar and nuts. Loosely cover with aluminum foil.

Step 4
Bake in preheated oven until hot and bubbly, 35 to 40 minutes.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

321
Calories
10g
Fat
58g
Carbs
3g
Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 8
Calories 321
% Daily Value *
Total Fat10g 12%
Saturated Fat3g 15%
Cholesterol8mg 3%
Sodium41mg 2%
Total Carbohydrate58g 21%
Dietary Fiber7g 23%
Total Sugars18g
Protein3g
Vitamin C30mg 148%
Calcium44mg 3%
Iron1mg 7%
Potassium1208mg 26%

*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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