When the nights draw in and the air turns crisp, there's nothing more satisfying than a warming and comforting dish. Our recipe for garnet yams with maple syrup walnuts and brandied raisins is sure to hit the spot. With its combination of sweet, savory, and nutty flavors, this dish is a feast for the senses. The garnet yams are roasted until tender and caramelized, while the walnuts are toasted in maple syrup until golden brown. The brandied raisins add a touch of boozy warmth, and the whole dish is finished with a sprinkling of fresh herbs.
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GARNET YAMS WITH MAPLE SYRUP, WALNUTS, AND BRANDIED RAISINS
Provided by Josie Le Balch
Categories Side Thanksgiving Vegetarian High Fiber Dinner Raisin Walnut Brandy Sweet Potato/Yam Fall Family Reunion Potluck Maple Syrup Bon Appétit Pescatarian Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Soy Free Kosher
Yield Makes 12 servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Combine brown raisins, golden raisins, and brandy in small bowl; toss to blend. Let soak at least 30 minutes and up to 1 hour.
- Cook yams in large pot of boiling salted water until just barely tender, about 8 minutes. Using large slotted spoon, transfer yams to baking sheet to cool.
- Meanwhile, bring 3/4 cup maple syrup, 1/2 cup brown sugar, and 1/4 cup unsalted butter to boil in heavy medium saucepan over medium heat, stirring until brown sugar dissolves. Boil 2 minutes.
- Butter 15x10x2-inch glass baking dish. Drain raisins (reserve brandy for another use). Place raisins in very large bowl. Add cooked yams, then maple syrup mixture and toasted walnut pieces. Toss gently to coat evenly, being careful to keep yams intact. Transfer yam mixture to prepared baking dish. DO AHEAD: Can be made 2 hours ahead. Let stand at room temperature.
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Bake yams uncovered until syrup is thick and bubbling, basting occasionally, about 55 minutes. Let stand 10 minutes and serve.
YAMS WITH BROWN SUGAR AND WALNUTS
This recipe has been a Thanksgiving favorite for years. It's relatively easy to make, smells wonderful while cooking, and has a slightly sweet flavor.
Provided by Mom 2 One
Categories Vegetable
Time 1h
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Mix the first 5 ingredients together and pour into a glass baking dish.
- Smooth the mixture out with a wooden spoon or other utensil.
- Mix together the topping (it will seem dry) and crumble on top of the yams.
- Bake at 450 degrees for 1/2 hour to 45 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 486.5, Fat 22.7, SaturatedFat 10.6, Cholesterol 71.7, Sodium 160.6, Carbohydrate 69.1, Fiber 3.5, Sugar 44, Protein 4.5
CARAMELIZED GARNET YAMS WITH GARAM MASALA
You could call this dish twice-baked yams: I add a couple of easy steps to upgrade the recipe from your typical candied yams. The cooking can be started the day before and finished the day of. It's really simple and extremely tasty with the addition of warm spices.
Provided by Paul Kahan
Categories side-dish
Time 2h
Yield 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 F. Trim the ends of the yams. Rub the yams with a little olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Place the yams on a rimmed baking sheet and roast until completely soft and cooked through, about 40 to 60 minutes.
- Remove the yams from the oven. Let them cool to room temperature; then place them in the refrigerator overnight.
- Remove the yams from the refrigerator and cut them into 3/4-inch slices. Heat a large nonstick sauté pan over medium-high heat. Drizzle the remaining olive oil into the pan. While the oil is heating, season the sliced yams on one side with salt, pepper, and half the garam masala.
- Lay the yams in the pan in a single layer, seasoned side down. Season the other side of the yams with salt, pepper, and additional garam masala. Using a fork, turn the yams over and continue to brown the other side. Remove the browned yams to a rimmed baking dish. Repeat with the remaining slices.
- Preheat the oven to 425 F. Drizzle the maple syrup over the browned yams, and dot with the butter. Bake the yams for 10-15 minutes.
- Remove the yams from the oven and serve immediately.
GARNET YAMS WITH MAPLE SYRUP, WALNUTS, AND BRANDIED RAISINS
Yield 12 servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Combine brown raisins, golden raisins, and brandy in small bowl; toss to blend. Let soak at least 30 minutes and up to 1 hour. Cook yams in large pot of boiling salted water until just barely tender, about 8 minutes. Using large slotted spoon, transfer yams to baking sheet to cool. Meanwhile, bring 3/4 cup maple syrup, 1/2 cup brown sugar, and 1/4 cup unsalted butter to boil in heavy medium saucepan over medium heat, stirring until brown sugar dissolves. Boil 2 minutes. Butter 15x10x2-inch glass baking dish. Drain raisins (reserve brandy for another use). Place raisins in very large bowl. Add cooked yams, then maple syrup mixture and toasted walnut pieces. Toss gently to coat evenly, being careful to keep yams intact. Transfer yam mixture to prepared baking dish. DO AHEAD Can be made 2 hours ahead. Let stand at room temperature. Preheat oven to 350°F. Bake yams uncovered until syrup is thick and bubbling, basting occasionally, about 55 minutes. Let stand 10 minutes and serve.
GARNET YAMS W/MAPLE SYRUP, WALNUTS, & BRANDIED RAISINS
Make and share this Garnet Yams W/Maple Syrup, Walnuts, & Brandied Raisins recipe from Food.com.
Provided by katie in the UP
Categories Yam/Sweet Potato
Time 1h45m
Yield 12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Combine raisins and brandy in a small bowl; toss to blend.
- Let soak at least 30 minutes and up to 1 hour.
- Cook yams in large pot of boiling salted water until just barely tender, approx 8 minutes.
- Using large slotted spoon, transfer yams to a baking sheet to cool.
- Meanwhile, bring 3/4 cup maple syrup, 1/2 cup brown sugar and 1/4 cup butter to boil in heavy med saucepan over med heat, stirring until brown sugar dissolves.
- Boil 2 minutes.
- Butter 15x10x2 inch glass baking dish.
- Drain raisins (drink brandy lol).
- Place raisins in a very large bowl.
- Add cooked yams, then maple syrup mixture and toasted walnuts.
- Toss gently to coat evenly.
- Transfer yams to prepared baking dish.
- Bake yams at 350 degrees uncovered until syrup is thick and bubbling, basting occasionally, about 55 minutes.
- Let stand 10 minutes and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 417.5, Fat 13.6, SaturatedFat 3.4, Cholesterol 10.2, Sodium 110.5, Carbohydrate 69, Fiber 7.1, Sugar 33.2, Protein 5.6
Tips:
- Choose the right yams: Look for garnet yams that are firm and have smooth skin. Avoid any yams that are bruised or have soft spots.
- Roast the yams until they are tender: Roasting the yams brings out their natural sweetness and caramelizes the edges. Roast the yams for about 45 minutes, or until they are fork-tender.
- Make the maple syrup glaze while the yams are roasting: This will give the glaze time to thicken and develop a rich flavor.
- Toast the walnuts: Toasting the walnuts brings out their nutty flavor and makes them more crunchy.
- Soak the raisins in brandy: Soaking the raisins in brandy plumps them up and gives them a delicious boozy flavor.
- Serve the yams immediately: The yams are best served hot, topped with the maple syrup glaze, toasted walnuts, and brandied raisins.
Conclusion:
Garnet yams with maple syrup, walnuts, and brandied raisins is a delicious and easy-to-make side dish that is perfect for any occasion. The roasted yams are tender and sweet, the maple syrup glaze is rich and flavorful, and the toasted walnuts and brandied raisins add a nice crunch and sweetness. This dish is sure to be a hit with everyone at your table.
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