Southern Candied Yams

 

Ingredients:

• 4 large sweet potatoes (peeled and sliced into thick rounds)
• 1 cup brown sugar (light or dark)

• ½ cup granulated sugar
• ½ cup butter
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon

• ½ teaspoon nutmeg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• Pinch of salt
• Optional: mini marshmallows for topping

Instructions:

1. Preheat the Oven:
   Preheat to 375°F (190°C). Grease a baking dish with butter.

1. Prepare the Yams:
   Arrange the sliced sweet potatoes evenly in the dish.

1. Make the Glaze:
   In a saucepan over medium heat, melt butter. Add brown sugar, white sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, and vanilla extract. Stir until smooth and slightly thickened (about 3–4 minutes).

1. Coat the Yams:
   Pour the warm glaze over the sweet potatoes, ensuring they’re evenly coated.

1. Bake:
   Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes. Remove foil, baste with syrup, and bake uncovered for another 20–25 minutes until yams are tender and caramelized.

1. Optional:
   For an extra treat, sprinkle mini marshmallows on top and broil for 1–2 minutes until golden and gooey.