Ina Garten Candied Yams

Ina Garten Candied Yams are made with sweet potatoes, dark brown sugar, white sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, salt, vanilla extract, butter, and orange juice concentrate. This easy Candied Yams recipe creates a delicious side dish that takes about 1 hour and 10 minutes to prepare and can serve up to 6 people.

? Why You’ll Love This Candied Yams Recipe:

• Rich Flavor: The combination of brown sugar, white sugar, and spices gives the yams a deep, sweet, and spicy flavor.
• Perfect Texture: Cooking the yams until they are tender and then coating them in a syrup ensures they are soft and delicious.
• Easy Preparation: The recipe is straightforward and doesn’t require any special cooking skills or equipment.
• Versatile Side Dish: These candied yams pair well with a variety of main courses, making them a great addition to any meal.
• Holiday Favorite: This recipe is perfect for holiday dinners, bringing a touch of warmth and sweetness to the table.

? Ina Garten Candied Yams Ingredients

• 2 lb sweet potatoes
• 3/4 cup dark brown sugar or light brown sugar
• 1 cup white sugar
• 2 tsp cinnamon
• 1 tsp nutmeg
• 1/4 tsp ginger
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 2 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 stick butter
• 4 tbsp frozen orange juice concentrate, thawed

? How To Make Ina Garten Candied Yams

1. Peel and cut: Peel the yams and cut them into half-inch rounds after washing. Combine sweet potatoes, brown sugar, white sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, salt, vanilla extract, butter, and orange juice concentrate in a medium saucepan. Cook over medium-high heat and stir to coat the sweet potatoes with the sugar-butter mixture.
2. Boil and cook covered: Allow it to boil for 5 minutes. Cover and cook for 50 minutes, or until yams are soft when tested with a fork. If the yams are still somewhat tough, cook for an additional 10-15 minutes.
3. Reduce heat and boil again: Reduce the heat to medium after removing the lid. Let it come to a boil again.
4. Cook and reduce: Cook, stirring periodically, until the cooking liquid reduces for around 10 minutes or until the yams are coated in syrup.
5. Keep warm: Take the pot of candied yams off the heat. Keep them warm in the oven at 200°F until ready to serve.

? Recipe Tips

• Use Fresh Sweet Potatoes: Always choose fresh, firm sweet potatoes for the best texture and flavor.
• Even Slices: Cut the yams into even half-inch rounds to ensure they cook uniformly.
• Check for Tenderness: Test the yams with a fork after 50 minutes of cooking. If they’re not soft, cook for an additional 10-15 minutes.
• Stir Carefully: Stir the mixture gently while reducing the syrup to avoid breaking the yam slices.
• Keep Warm Properly: Maintain the yams in a warm oven at 200°F before serving to keep them perfect without drying out.

? What To Serve With Candied Yams?

Candied yams goes well with roasted turkey, baked ham, grilled chicken, or pork chops. They can also be served with green beans, mashed potatoes, cornbread, or cranberry sauce for a tasty meal.

? How To Store Leftovers Candied Yams?

• Refrigerate: Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
• Freeze: Place in a freezer-safe container for up to 3 months. Thaw in the fridge overnight before reheating.

? How To Reheat Leftovers Candied Yams?

• In The Oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Place yams in an oven-safe dish and cover with foil. Heat for 20-25 minutes until warmed through.
• In The Microwave: Place yams in a microwave-safe dish and cover. Heat on medium power for 2-3 minutes, stirring halfway through.
• On The Stovetop: Place yams in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir occasionally until heated through, about 10 minutes.

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Ina Garten Candied Yams Nutrition Facts

• Calories 293
• Total Fat 12g
• Saturated Fat 7.3g
• Trans Fat 0.5g
• Cholesterol 31mg
• Sodium 424mg
• Potassium 300.6mg
• Total Carbohydrates 47g
• Dietary Fiber 2.8g
• Sugars 33g
• Protein 1.7g

Try More Ina Garten Recipes:

• Ina Garten Sweet Potato Pie
• Ina Garten Sweet Potato Casserole
• Ina Garten Plum Crumble
• Ina Garten Chocolate Fondue