Alton Brown Candied Yams

Alton Brown’s Candied Yams combine canned sweet potatoes with butter, brown sugar, and marshmallows for a delightful sweet dish that bakes to perfection in just 25 minutes!

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💗 Why You’ll Love This Candied Yams Recipe:

• Easy Prep: Simple steps for a stress-free cooking experience.
• Irresistible Aroma: Baking fills your kitchen with a tempting, sweet scent.
• Crowd Pleaser: A beloved side dish for any occasion.

❓ What Is Alton Brown’s Candied Yams Recipe?

Alton Brown’s Candied Yams are a tasty dish made of canned sweet potatoes baked with butter, brown sugar, and marshmallows that are simple to make and provide the right combination of sweet flavors.

🍢Alton Brown Candied Yams Ingredients

• 1 (29 ounces) can sweet potatoes, drained
• ¼ cup butter, cut into pieces
• ½ cup brown sugar
• 1 ½ cups miniature marshmallows

👩‍🍳 How To Make Alton Brown Candied Yams

1. Set the oven temperature to 400 degrees Fahrenheit (200 degrees Celsius).
2. Toss drained sweet potatoes onto a medium baking dish. Pour butter pieces in an equal layer over the sweet potatoes.
3. Toss with some brown sugar. Top with miniature marshmallows.
4. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the sweet potatoes are soft and the marshmallows melt.

💭 Recipe Tips

• Even Butter: Ensure uniform butter spread for consistent flavor.
• Watch Marshmallows: Avoid burning by monitoring during baking.
• Thoroughly Drain: Prevent excess moisture by draining sweet potatoes well.
• Adjust Sweetness: Personalize by tweaking brown sugar for preferred sweetness.

🍵 What Pairs Nicely With Candied Yams?

Candied yams combine well with roast turkey, mashed potatoes, green beans, collard greens, cranberry sauce, cornbread, Brussels sprouts, mac and cheese, and roasted vegetables.

🎚 How To Store Leftovers Candied Yams?

• In The Fridge: Keep leftover candied yams in the fridge for no more than 3 days in a sealed tight container.
• In The Freezer: Leftover candied yams can be frozen for up to 3 months when kept in a freezer-safe container. Allow to thaw in the fridge before heating.

🥵 How To Reheat Leftovers Candied Yams?

• Oven: Turn the oven temperature to 350°F then set candied yams in a baking dish covered with foil and heat for 15 to 20 minutes.
• Microwave: Throw candied yams in a microwave-safe dish and heat in 2 to 3-minute increments on high, until warmed.

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Alton Brown Candied Yams Nutrition Facts

Amount Per Serving

• 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