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Candied Yams

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This International side-dish features Med-size sweet potatoes 2 teaspoon Vanilla, Sugar 1/2 c Firmly packed brown sugar, Cornstarch 1/2 teaspoon Ground cinnamon, Water. It delivers sweet, indulgent flavor. A reliable recipe that works well for everyday cooking. Simple to make with ingredients you likely already have on hand, this is a recipe you will come back to again and again.
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Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 6
Calories: 546.5
Dietary: Gluten-free, Vegan, Vegetarian
Description
This International side-dish features Med-size sweet potatoes 2 teaspoon Vanilla, Sugar 1/2 c Firmly packed brown sugar, Cornstarch 1/2 teaspoon Ground cinnamon, Water. It delivers sweet, indulgent flavor. A reliable recipe that works well for everyday cooking. Simple to make with ingredients you likely already have on hand, this is a recipe you will come back to again and again.
Ingredients
  • 3 lbs Med-size sweet potatoes
  • 2 teaspoons Vanilla
  • 1 cups Sugar
  • 1/2 cups Firmly packed brown sugar
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons Cornstarch
  • 1/2 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
  • 1 1/2 cups Water
Directions
  1. 1
    Miniature marshmallows (optional) Scrub sweet potatoes and
  2. 2
    cook in boiling water covered 25 to 40 minutes or just until tender (don't overcook).
  3. 3
    Rinse under cold water to stop cooking process; drain on paper towels.
  4. 4
    Peel and set aside.
  5. 5
    Combine sugar and cornstarch in a small saucepan; stir in water until smooth.
  6. 6
    Cook over medium heat until thickened, stirring constantly until sugar melts.
  7. 7
    Remove from heat and stir in vanilla.
  8. 8
    Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  9. 9
    Cut potatoes into chunks or slices and
  10. 10
    arrange in a single
  11. 11
    layer in a greased shallow 2-quart baking dish.
  12. 12
    Pour sugar mixture evenly over potatoes.
  13. 13
    Combine brown sugar and cinnamon; sprinkle evenly on top.
  14. 14
    Bake for 30 minutes.
  15. 15
    If desired, drop some marshmallows over potatoes after 20 minutes of

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

Amount Per Serving
Calories 546.5kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 0.4g1%
Saturated Fat 0.0g0%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 140.3mg6%
Total Carbohydrate 133.2g45%
Dietary Fiber 10.2g41%
Sugars 74.3g
Protein 5.5g11%

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

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