The Classic Candied Yams recipe is made with fresh yams and a sweet and sticky citrus sauce cooked to perfection. This version gets an added kick from bourbon! These yams are the perfect complement to a plate full of savory dishes like the Cheesy Hasselback Potatoes and the Best Beef Tenderloin.
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Servings8servings
Prep Time10min
Cook Time1 hr30 min
Ingredients
- 1/3 cup dark brown sugar
- 1/2 cup orange juice
- 3 tablespoons butter plus more for pan
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 2 tablespoons bourbon optional
- 5 medium sweet potatoes about 3 lb.
- Pinch nutmeg or other spices
- Pinch kosher salt
Servings8servings Prep Time10min Cook Time1 hr30 min Ingredients - 1/3 cup dark brown sugar
- 1/2 cup orange juice
- 3 tablespoons butter plus more for pan
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 2 tablespoons bourbon optional
- 5 medium sweet potatoes about 3 lb.
- Pinch nutmeg or other spices
- Pinch kosher salt
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- Preheat oven to 400°. Butter a medium baking dish.
- In a medium sauce pan over medium heat, combine sugar, orange juice, butter, cinnamon stick, bourbon if using, nutmeg, and salt. Stir to combine and bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer and cook until it has thickened slightly, about 10 minutes. When reduced, remove and discard cinnamon stick.
- Meanwhile, prep potatoes: Peel potatoes and slice into 1/2" rounds, then layer in prepared baking dish. Pour thickened syrup over potatoes and cover dish with aluminum foil.
- Bake 30 minutes, then remove foil and bake about 50 minutes to 1 hour more, basting with sauce every 15 minutes.
- Let cool slightly before serving.
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