YUMMY CANDIED YAMS

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Yams for the holidays, in a thick syrup, very sweet and delightful. Top with a dash of cinnamon, if you like!

Provided by Pamela

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Sweet Potatoes

Time 50m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 4

4 sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
½ cup water
1 cup butter
2 cups white sugar

Steps:

  • In a large pot over medium heat, place potatoes in water. Top with butter and sugar, cover and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer, without stirring, until mixture is thick and syrupy, 40 minutes. Mixture will thicken slightly as it cools. Remove from heat and serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 446.3 calories, Carbohydrate 61.5 g, Cholesterol 61 mg, Fat 23.1 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 1.1 g, SaturatedFat 14.6 g, Sodium 181 mg, Sugar 53.7 g

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