Southern Candied Yams Recipe:A Sweet & Comforting Classic

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4 medium sweet potatoes

½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter

1 cup brown sugar

¼ cup granulated sugar

1 tsp ground cinnamon

¼ tsp ground nutmeg

1 tsp vanilla extract

¼ cup water

Pinch of salt

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1. Peel and slice sweet potatoes into thick rounds.

2. Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat.

3. Stir in brown sugar, white sugar, water, and spices until smooth.

4. Add the sliced yams, gently coating each piece with syrup.

5. Cover and simmer 20–25 minutes, stirring occasionally.

6. Uncover and cook another 10 minutes to thicken the glaze.

7. Add vanilla, stir gently, and serve warm.

For added flavor, drizzle a splash of orange juice into the syrup.

Top with toasted pecans or mini marshmallows before serving.

These candied yams reheat beautifully for leftovers.