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Slow Cooker Candied Purple Yams

Cost $11.5, save $15

Source: Recommended by CookGo

  • 135 Min
  • 8 Servings
  • $11.5

INGREDIENTS

  • Tools & Preparation

    • Nonstick cooking spray

  • Main Ingredients

    • 🍠 2 large purple yams, peeled and cut into 1/4-inch slices

  • Sweeteners

    • 2 cups brown sugar

  • Fat

    • 🧈 1/4 cup melted butter

  • Flavor Enhancers

    • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
    • 🧂 1/4 teaspoon salt

  • Thickener

    • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
    • 💧 2 tablespoons water

  • Optional Garnish

    • 🥥 2 tablespoons shredded coconut

STEPS

1

Spray the inside of a slow cooker with nonstick cooking spray.

2

Place one layer of yam slices in the prepared slow cooker and sprinkle with brown sugar until covered. Repeat layers until all yams are placed in slow cooker.

3

Mix melted butter, vanilla extract, and salt together in a small bowl. Pour over yams in the slow cooker.

4

Cook until yams are soft when pricked with a fork, 4 hours on Low or 2 hours on High.

5

Transfer yams to a serving dish.

6

Pour juices from the slow cooker into a small saucepan and heat over medium-low until juices reach a soft boil.

7

Stir together cornstarch and water in a small bowl until smooth. Add to the juices in the saucepan and continue to boil, stirring constantly, until sauce has thickened.

8

Pour the thickened sauce over yams and sprinkle with shredded coconut.

NUTRIENTS

Per 1 serving

🔥

280

Calories

  • 2g
    Protein
  • 55g
    Carbs
  • 7g
    Fats

💡 Tips

Ensure the yams are cut uniformly to allow for even cooking.If you prefer a less sweet dish, reduce the amount of brown sugar.This dish is perfect for holiday meals and can be prepared ahead of time using the slow cooker setting.

⚠️ Precautions

This recipe is for inspiration only. The specific use needs to beadjusted according to individual differences.