Yams with Apples and Cranberries

Elevate your holiday table or weeknight dinner with this irresistible Yams with Apples and Cranberries recipe. This vibrant dish combines tender, caramelized yams, crisp apple slices, and tart bursts of fresh cranberries, all coated in a luscious orange-brown sugar glaze infused with warm cinnamon and nutmeg. With just 15 minutes of prep time, this oven-baked casserole blooms with autumnal flavors, making it a perfect side dish for Thanksgiving or a cozy family meal. A sprinkle of toasted pecans adds optional crunch for a delightful finishing touch. Packed with natural sweetness and a hint of citrus, this easy-to-make recipe is sure to become a seasonal favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 4 medium yams (sweet potatoes)
• 2 medium apples (such as Honeycrisp or Fuji)
• 1.5 cups fresh cranberries
• 0.5 cups light brown sugar
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 0.5 cups orange juice
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoons nutmeg
• 0.25 teaspoons salt
• 0.5 cups pecans (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Peel the yams and chop them into 1-inch cubes. Place the cubed yams in a large mixing bowl.

Step 3

Core and slice the apples into 1/4-inch thick pieces. Add the apple slices to the bowl with the yams.

Step 4

Rinse the fresh cranberries and add them to the bowl.

Step 5

In a small saucepan, melt the butter over low heat. Stir in the brown sugar, orange juice, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt until well combined and the sugar is dissolved.

Step 6

Pour the butter and sugar mixture over the yams, apples, and cranberries. Toss gently until everything is evenly coated.

Step 7

Transfer the mixture to a greased 9x13-inch baking dish. Spread it out evenly.

Step 8

Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.

Step 9

Remove the foil, stir gently, and continue baking uncovered for an additional 15 minutes, or until the yams are tender and the cranberries have burst.

Step 10

If using pecans, sprinkle them over the top during the last 5 minutes of baking to toast them lightly.

Step 11

Remove the dish from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1641.3 grams (1641.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2106

Total Fat 90.80g	116%
Saturated Fat 31.90g	160%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 124mg	41%
Sodium 966mg	42%
Total Carbohydrate 336.20g	122%
Dietary Fiber 44.50g	159%
Total Sugars 194.20g
Protein 18.20g	36%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 383mg	29%
Iron 7mg	38%
Potassium 3299mg	70%

*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: 36.6%

Protein: 3.3%

Carbs: 60.2%