Stove Top Candied Yams
Enjoy this old-fashioned southern candied yams recipe, cooked on the stove top with butter, brown sugar, and warm spices. Perfect for holidays!
Servings: 6 cups
Calories: 109kcal
Equipment
- Cast Iron Skillet
Ingredients
- 3 large yams peeled and cut into 1″ chunks
- 1/4 cup salted butter
- 3/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
- Salt to taste optional
Instructions
- To cut yams, first wash and peel them thoroughly. Place the yam on a cutting board, cut off both ends for stability, and then slice it in half or quarters lengthwise. Lay each piece cut-side down and slice into 1-inch wide strips, then turn the strips horizontally and cut into 1-inch chunks.
- In a large skillet, add the butter and heat over medium heat until it melts. Add the yam chunks to the skillet, stirring to coat them evenly with the melted butter.
- In a small bowl, combine the brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg, mixing well. Sprinkle the cinnamon brown sugar mixture over the yams in the skillet. Stir well to ensure all the yams are coated with the sweet, spicy mix.
- Cover the skillet with a lid and reduce the heat to low. Let the yams simmer for 30-40 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they start to soften.
- Remove the lid and continue to cook the yams for an additional 20 minutes, allowing the liquid to reduce and the yams to become tender and caramelized. Once the yams are tender and the sauce has thickened, season with salt if desired. Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
The timing may vary a bit depending on the size of the yam chunks. Its fine to cut a little smaller than 1 inch or cook a little longer on low and slow for fork tender yams.
Nutrition
Serving: 0.5cups | Calories: 109kcal