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.
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)
Nutrition Facts | |
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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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