Yams Sensational

Elevate your holiday table with "Yams Sensational," a luscious take on the classic yam casserole that combines creamy mashed sweet yams with rich flavors and irresistible textures. This crowd-pleasing side dish features tender yams blended with brown sugar, butter, and a touch of maple syrup for natural sweetness, spiced up with cinnamon and nutmeg, and finished with a dash of vanilla for warmth. Topped with crunchy chopped pecans and golden, gooey mini marshmallows, every bite offers the perfect balance of crunch and melt-in-your-mouth indulgence. Ready in just an hour and serving six, it's an effortless yet impressive addition to Thanksgiving or any festive gathering. Make your holiday menu unforgettable with this sweet, nutty, and utterly sensational yam creation!

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 4 cups yams (peeled and cubed)
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 0.5 cup brown sugar
• 0.25 cup heavy cream
• 2 tablespoons maple syrup
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup mini marshmallows
• 0.5 cup pecans (chopped)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Place the peeled and cubed yams into a large pot and cover with water. Bring to a boil and cook for 15-20 minutes, or until the yams are tender when pierced with a fork.

Step 3

Drain the cooked yams and transfer them to a large mixing bowl.

Step 4

Add the unsalted butter, brown sugar, heavy cream, maple syrup, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, vanilla extract, and salt to the bowl with the yams.

Step 5

Mash the yams and mix well until the mixture is smooth and all the ingredients are fully incorporated. You can use a potato masher or an electric mixer.

Step 6

Transfer the yam mixture into a greased 9x13-inch baking dish and spread it out evenly.

Step 7

Sprinkle the chopped pecans evenly over the top of the yam mixture.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes.

Step 9

Remove the baking dish from the oven and evenly sprinkle the mini marshmallows over the top.

Step 10

Return the dish to the oven and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the marshmallows are golden and gooey.

Step 11

Allow the dish to cool for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy your Yams Sensational!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1291.7 grams (1291.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2397

Total Fat 109.40g	140%
Saturated Fat 43.50g	217%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 184mg	61%
Sodium 745mg	32%
Total Carbohydrate 345.40g	126%
Dietary Fiber 33.70g	120%
Total Sugars 135.20g
Protein 16.10g	32%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 233mg	18%
Iron 6mg	31%
Potassium 3551mg	76%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 40.5%

Protein: 2.6%

Carbs: 56.8%