Frankly Scarlet, I Don’T Give A Yam

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Servings: 4 Difficulty: Intermediate
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Warm, caramelized yams glazed with a tangy orange marmalade and sage syrup
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This vibrant side dish transforms humble yams into a show-stopping accompaniment with a glossy, citrus-kissed glaze. The earthy sweetness of the roasted root vegetable is perfectly balanced by the bright acidity of orange juice and the complex floral notes of dried sage. The addition of diet orange marmalade adds a subtle pectin-rich thickness and a hint of peel bitterness that cuts through the sugar. Ideal for holiday tables or weeknight dinners, these yams offer a tender, melt-in-your-mouth texture with a sticky, aromatic finish. It’s a vegan-friendly twist on classic candied yams that delivers deep, comforting flavors without heavy dairy or butter.

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Frankly Scarlet, I Don’T Give A Yam

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 4 Calories: 59.0

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This vibrant side dish transforms humble yams into a show-stopping accompaniment with a glossy, citrus-kissed glaze. The earthy sweetness of the roasted root vegetable is perfectly balanced by the bright acidity of orange juice and the complex floral notes of dried sage. The addition of diet orange marmalade adds a subtle pectin-rich thickness and a hint of peel bitterness that cuts through the sugar. Ideal for holiday tables or weeknight dinners, these yams offer a tender, melt-in-your-mouth texture with a sticky, aromatic finish. It&# 226;ÂÂs a vegan-friendly twist on classic candied yams that delivers deep, comforting flavors without heavy dairy or butter.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350ðF (175ðC).
  2. Place yams in a pot of boiling water and cook for 20 minutes, or until they are barely tender but still firm to the touch.
  3. Drain the yams thoroughly and allow them to cool until they can be handled.
  4. Peel the yams and cut them into uniform 1/2-inch chunks. You should have approximately 1 2/3 cups of chunks.
  5. Lightly coat a small, shallow baking dish with non-stick cooking spray.
  6. Spread the yam chunks evenly in the prepared baking dish.
  7. Sprinkle the brown sugar evenly over the yam chunks.
  8. In a small container, soften the orange marmalade either by placing it over hot water or microwaving it briefly.
  9. Mix the softened marmalade with the orange juice, dried sage, and salt until well combined.
  10. Pour the orange-sage glaze evenly over the yams in the baking dish.
  11. Bake for 30 minutes, or until the glaze is bubbly and the yams are tender.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 59.0kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 0.1g1%
Saturated Fat 0.0g0%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 29.5mg2%
Total Carbohydrate 14.0g5%
Dietary Fiber 2.0g8%
Sugars 0.8g
Protein 0.8g2%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: yams, sweet potatoes, orange marmalade, sage, vegan, side dish, roasted vegetables, holiday dinner, citrus glaze, healthy
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