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.
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)
Nutrition Facts | |
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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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