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Sweet and Savory Delight: Candied Yams with Bacon and Pecans

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Delicious candied yams enhanced with crispy bacon and crunchy pecans, perfect as a side dish.

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 4 medium yams, peeled and chopped
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup pecans, chopped
  • 1/2 cup crispy bacon, crumbled
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1/2 cup maple syrup
  • Salt to taste

Instructions

  1. Peel and chop yams into even-sized pieces.
  2. Boil the yams in water for about 15 minutes until fork-tender.
  3. Melt butter in a saucepan, then add brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and maple syrup; stir until combined.
  4. Drain yams, return to pot, and mix with the glaze, then add pecans and bacon.
  5. Transfer to a greased baking dish and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 30 minutes.

Notes

  • Ensure yams are cut evenly for uniform cooking.
  • Adjust the amount of bacon and pecans based on preference.
  • Author: Jenny
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian (with bacon excluded)

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 25g
  • Sodium: 300mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 15mg