Holiday spiced yams
Savor the festive flavors of the season with our Holiday Spiced Yams recipe. Made with sweet potatoes, rich brown sugar, fragrant spices, and a hint of citrus zest, this dish is the perfect blend of sweetness and warmth. An ideal side dish for your holiday gatherings!
- 16 Apr 2024
- Cook time 65 min
- Prep time 2 min
- 8 Servings
- 8 Ingredients
Holiday spiced yams are a delightful and festive side dish that bring a burst of holiday flavor to your table. Combining sweet potatoes with aromatic spices, brown sugar, and a hint of citrus, this recipe is sure to be a crowd-pleaser. It's perfect for Thanksgiving, Christmas, or any winter gathering.
Ingredients:
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Wash and peel the sweet potatoes.
- Slice them into even rounds, approximately 1/4 inch thick, and set them aside.
- In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Once melted, stir in the brown sugar, orange zest, lemon juice, ground nutmeg, spice mix, and cinnamon.
- Stir continuously until the brown sugar is fully dissolved and the mixture is well combined.
- Remove the saucepan from heat and set aside.
- In a baking dish, arrange the sweet potato slices in an even layer.
- Pour the spiced butter sauce over the sweet potato slices, making sure they are all evenly coated.
- Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and place it in the preheated oven.
- Bake for about 45 minutes.
- After 45 minutes, remove the foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes, or until the sweet potatoes are tender and the top is nicely caramelized.
- Remove the dish from the oven and let it cool slightly.
- Serve warm as a delicious side dish for your holiday meal.
Tips:
- Make sure to choose sweet, firm, and even-sized sweet potatoes for even cooking.
- Pre-cook the sweet potatoes by boiling or microwaving them until they are slightly tender but not fully cooked, making it easier to slice them.
- If you like a bit more texture, you can garnish the finished dish with toasted pecans or marshmallows.
- For a richer flavor, consider using dark brown sugar instead of light brown sugar.
- Be sure to zest the orange and juice the lemon right before cooking to retain maximum flavor and aroma.
Holiday spiced yams are more than just a side dish; they are a celebration of festive flavors. The combination of sweet potatoes, spices, and citrus brings out a delicious harmony that will make your holiday meal memorable. Enjoy this dish warm, and savor the delightful holiday spirit in every bite.
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | 120 grams |
| Energy | |
| Calories 190kcal | 8% |
| Protein | |
| Protein 1.64g | 1% |
| Carbohydrates | |
| Carbohydrates 33g | 10% |
| Fiber 3.10g | 8% |
| Sugar 18g | 18% |
| Fat | |
| Fat 6g | 7% |
| Saturated 3.31g | 11% |
| Cholesterol 16mg | - |
| Vitamins | |
| Vitamin A 750ug | 83% |
| Choline 14mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B1 0.08mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B2 0.06mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B3 0.57mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B6 0.21mg | 12% |
| Vitamin B9 12ug | 3% |
| Vitamin B12 0.00ug | 0% |
| Vitamin C 3.08mg | 3% |
| Vitamin E 0.26mg | 2% |
| Vitamin K 2.33ug | 2% |
| Minerals | |
| Calcium, Ca 45mg | 3% |
| Copper, Cu 0.16mg | 0% |
| Iron, Fe 0.72mg | 7% |
| Magnesium, Mg 27mg | 6% |
| Phosphorus, P 50mg | 4% |
| Potassium, K 350mg | 10% |
| Selenium, Se 0.76ug | 1% |
| Sodium, Na 60mg | 4% |
| Zinc, Zn 0.31mg | 3% |
| Water | |
| Water 80g | - |
| * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2500 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs. | |
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