A very different recipe for Candied Yams (not too sweet)
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I had these at a picnic yesterday (Memorial Day) and it was difficult to pin down the recipe, since the cook didn't measure or time anything. So I will try to estimate - and after I make it, I will measure and update the recipe - but for the adventurous - here goes:
INGREDIENTS -
Raw Sugar (such as Sucanat, etc. available at health food stores or very well stocked grocers)
2 Lemons
3-4 good sized sweet potatoes/yams
olive oil
cinnamon or nutmegPrepare a medium sized rectangular baking dish by placing a couple tablespoons of olive oil in it. Sprinkle with cinnamon.
Meanwhile, boil potatoes in skins, or peel and then boil - whichever method you prefer. I would imagine for maximum lemon flavor, peel potatoes then boil…..(Before boiling, squeeze half a lemon into the water. Cut the peel into several pieces, place in the water also.) Cook until they are starting to get soft, but not completely done. (30 minutes or so?)
Slice into 2 or 3 inch pieces. Place into your prepared pan, add about 1/2 cup of the potato water. Squeeze remaining lemon juice over the potatoes, sprinkle with 3/4 cup of raw sugar (more or less to taste). Cover with foil or lid. Bake 350F about 10-15 minutes. Remove cover, bake 10-15 more minutes or until degree of doneness is obtained. Baste with sauce once during this time.
Moderate lemon flavor, sweet, but not sticky sweet. Let me know how you like them please.
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Sounds like a good replacement for regular which is sweeter than I prefer for yams. :cheers:
I have a family cook out coming soon so will try this for that party.
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Excellent recipe and quite a hit at the Family BBQ. :cheers:
