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Slow Cooker Candied Yams

Cost $10, save $15

Source: Recommended by CookGo

  • 180 Min
  • 6 Servings
  • $10

INGREDIENTS

  • Vegetables

    • 🍠 5 cups yams, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch pieces

  • Liquids

    • 💧 1 ¼ cups water
    • 🍍 ¾ cup pineapple juice
    • 💧 2 tablespoons water

  • Sweeteners

    • 🍯 1 cup brown sugar

  • Dairy

    • 🧈 ¼ cup salted butter, cubed

  • Flavors

    • 2 tablespoons vanilla extract
    • 🌰 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
    • ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg

  • Thickener

    • 2 tablespoons cornstarch

STEPS

1

Line a slow cooker with a slow cooker liner or grease with cooking spray.

2

Place yams in the bottom of the slow cooker. Top with water, brown sugar, pineapple juice, butter, vanilla, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Stir to evenly distribute sauce.

3

Cook on Low for 2 hours. Stir.

4

Stir cornstarch and water together in a small bowl to make a slurry. Add to slow cooker and stir to incorporate.

5

Cook until yams are fork-tender and sauce has thickened, about 1 hour more.

NUTRIENTS

Per 1 serving

🔥

396

Calories

  • 2g
    Protein
  • 78g
    Carbs
  • 8g
    Fats

💡 Tips

Prepare this dish 2-3 days in advance and reheat in the microwave for convenience.Using a slow cooker frees up oven space during holiday cooking.Ensure the yams are cut evenly into 1/2-inch pieces for consistent cooking.Line the slow cooker for easier cleanup.

⚠️ Precautions

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