Yummy Candied Yams

67 Reviews

Prep: 5 min
Cook: 45 min
Ready In: 50 min

“Yams for the holidays, in a thick syrup, very sweet and delightful. Top with a dash of cinnamon, if you like!” - by Pamela

Ingredients

4 sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
1/2 cup water
1 cup butter
2 cups white sugar

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Original recipe yields 8 servings

Directions

In a large pot over medium heat, place potatoes in water. Top with butter and sugar, cover and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer, without stirring, until mixture is thick and syrupy, 40 minutes. Mixture will thicken slightly as it cools. Remove from heat and serve warm.

Nutrition

Amount Per Serving (8 total)

Calories
446 cal
22%

Fat
23.1 g
36%

Carbs
61.5 g
20%

Based on a 2,000 calorie diet

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SOUTHPAWCOOK

Nov. 28, 2007

"I just eliminated the water. They will make thier own. Add 1/2 cup brown sugar, sprinkle with 1 teaspoon of cinnamon,a dash of nutmeg and 2 teaspoons of vanilla flavoring..." See more"

JANETTYR

Dec. 24, 2003

"My mother-in-law wanted yams for Easter dinner, so I made this recipe. I didn't get syrupy and thick in the pan, I cooked it for about 45 mins. and the yams were done but there was no syrup - just wa..." See moreter and seasonings. So - I put it in a corning ware dish and popped it in the oven with all the liquid. I let it cook at 400 degress for about 40 mins. and it turned out great!! Everyone loved it and said they hope I make it for Thanksgiving! I added a small amount of nutmeg, cinnamon and swirled some molasses on top while it was cooking! It was a true success !!"

KIMAR

Feb. 22, 2003

"The flavor was alright, not the best I've had, and there was too much liquid. It wasn't a "syrup" as it never thickened. The yams were just floating in loads of liquid. I won't make this again...." See more"

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