Thanksgiving Yams

Thanksgiving Yams

Mother’s great yams were always a hit at Thanksgiving. In America, yams are actually a type of sweet potato. Gingersnap cookies and marshmallows make this dish a real treat.

Prep Time:
5 mins
Cook Time:
20 mins
Total Time:
25 mins
Yield:
6 cups
Servings:
12

Ingredients

  • 2 (29 ounce) cans sweet potatoes
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • ½ (16 ounce) package gingersnap cookies
  • 1 (16 ounce) package miniature marshmallows

Directions

Step 1
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, mix the sweet potatoes, butter and lemon juice. Break the gingersnap cookies into the mixture. Stirring occasionally, cook until thick, about 15 minutes.

Step 2
Cover the mixture with desired quantity of marshmallows. Remove from heat and cover 5 minutes, or until marshmallows have melted. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

344
Calories
5g
Fat
73g
Carbs
4g
Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 12
Calories 344
% Daily Value *
Total Fat5g 7%
Saturated Fat2g 11%
Cholesterol5mg 2%
Sodium184mg 8%
Total Carbohydrate73g 26%
Dietary Fiber3g 10%
Total Sugars35g
Protein4g
Vitamin C36mg 182%
Calcium36mg 3%
Iron2mg 11%
Potassium440mg 9%

*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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