Best 4 Jodies Holiday Yams Recipes

If you're looking for a delectable side dish to grace your holiday table, look no further than Jodie's Holiday Yams. This classic recipe, handed down through generations, promises to tantalize your taste buds with its blend of sweet, savory, and aromatic flavors. With its caramelized crust, tender flesh, and hint of spice, this dish is sure to be a hit among family and friends. So prepare to embark on a culinary journey as we unveil the secrets behind Jodie's Holiday Yams, a recipe that will undoubtedly become a cherished tradition in your household.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

GREAT-GRANDMA'S CANDIED YAMS

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This is my great-grandma's candied yams recipe. I started making them a few years ago, now everyone asks for them every year. The secret I think is in the orange juice and slow cooking.

Provided by MARAH

Categories Side Dish Vegetables Sweet Potatoes

Time 4h15m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

8 medium yams, peeled and cubed
½ cup white sugar
½ cup brown sugar
1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
6 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into small chunks
1 cup orange juice, or as needed
1 cup miniature marshmallows, or to taste

Steps:

Bring a large pot of water to a boil over high heat. Add yams and boil for 10 minutes. Drain and rinse twice with cold water. Soak in cold water for 15 minutes.
While yams are soaking, preheat the oven to 275 degrees F (135 degrees C).
Mix white sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg together in a small bowl.
Peel and cut yams into chunks and place in a large baking dish. Dot with butter and sprinkle with sugar mixture so all yams are coated. Carefully pour enough orange juice into the bottom of baking dish to measure 1/2 inch.
Bake in the preheated oven, basting often, until yams are tender and the liquid is thick and sticky, 3 to 3 1/2 hours. Sprinkle with mini marshmallows. Turn on the oven's broiler. Broil until marshmallows are melted and toasty, about 5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 344.3 calories, Carbohydrate 73.4 g, Cholesterol 11.4 mg, Fat 4.7 g, Fiber 8.5 g, Protein 3.2 g, SaturatedFat 2.8 g, Sodium 54.7 mg, Sugar 17.1 g

HOLIDAY YAMS

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I came up with the idea of combining the yams and apples when I had all four generations for dinner one Thanksgiving. Everyone loved it from GreatGrandmas on down to my (then) 2 year old granddaughter.

Provided by seashell

Categories Yam/Sweet Potato

Time 1h35m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

3 large yams or 3 large sweet potatoes
2 apples, i use granny smith
4 -5 tablespoons orange juice
1/2 cup raisins, that have been soaked in
1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
2 tablespoons butter or 2 tablespoons margarine

Steps:

Add yams to a pot of boiling water, cover and after allowing water to return to a boil, cook for 30-35 minutes.
Rinse in cold water.
Remove the skins from the yams.
Cut into 1/4 inch slices.
Quarter the apples and cut into 1/4 inch slices.
Spray a large rectangular or oblong pan with cooking spray of your choice.
Layer the yams and the apples.
Pour the orange juice over both layers.
Dot with butter or margarine if desired.
Top with the raisins.
Sprinkle with cinnamon and nutmeg.
You can adjust these amounts to your own personal preference.
Bake at 350º for 30-35 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 369.1, Fat 4.4, SaturatedFat 2.6, Cholesterol 10.2, Sodium 47.6, Carbohydrate 80, Fiber 10.6, Sugar 14.2, Protein 4

SOUTHERN COMFORT HOLIDAY YAMS

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The Southern Comfort in this recipe lends a wonderful flavor to the yams! I made this last year for my family (who usually prefer plain glazed chunky yams), and they loved it. :)

Provided by Julesong

Categories Dessert

Time 45m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

2 (29 ounce) cans yams or 2 (29 ounce) cans sweet potatoes
1/2 cup butter, softened
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon ground allspice
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon light brown sugar
1/4 cup orange juice
3 eggs, beaten
1/2 cup Southern Comfort
1 bag large marshmallows

Steps:

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
Drain and rinse the yams.
In a food processor, combine together the yams (sweet potatoes), butter, spices, salt, brown sugar, orange juice, eggs, and Southern Comfort.
Pour into rectangular casserole dish or lasagna pan.
Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 30 to 40 minutes, checking to see that the center of the potato mixture is cooked.
After it' s cooked, take it out and place large marshmallows end-to-end all over the top; they will melt slightly from the heat of the potatoes, but that's okay.
About 10-15 minutes before you're going to serve the yams, place them under the broiler in the oven for about 5 to 10 minutes until they're golden brown - be careful they don't burn.
Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 419.8, Fat 13.7, SaturatedFat 8, Cholesterol 109.8, Sodium 198.1, Carbohydrate 59.6, Fiber 8.2, Sugar 3.5, Protein 5.6

JODIE'S HOLIDAY YAMS

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This is one of the family Holiday favorites...I got this recipe from my sister in law and we have been having it ever since....It is like having desert and meal at the same time....It reminds me of a yam pie (sweet potato pie) It is wonderful with Turkey and Ham...It is not prejudice what so ever...It goes good with chicken and goose or duck too....

Provided by JoSele Swopes @JODIE57

Categories Potatoes

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

YAM MIXTURE
3 cup(s) yams (canned) drained (large)
1/4 cup(s) evaporated milk
1/3 cup(s) butter, melted
1 teaspoon(s) vanilla extract
2 large eggs, beaten
1/2 teaspoon(s) sea salt
TOPPING
1 cup(s) pecans, in pieces
1 cup(s) brown sugar, firmly packed
3 tablespoon(s) flour
1/3 cup(s) butter, melted
1 cup(s) coconut

Steps:

Pre heat oven to 375* use a 9 inch cake pan or, I like to use a medium size roasting pan when having to double the recipe....
In large mixing bowl (drained) yams use a mixer and cream add milk and melted butter and cream together, add vanilla, beaten eggs, salt and cream together....Till nice and smooth...
Pour mixture into pan that you are using to bake in...
Topping: In medium size mixing bowl add Pecan pieces, brown sugar, flour coconut and crumble together by hand, when mixture is well mixed, gradually pour in melted butter and mix by hand...when everything is mixed well, sprinkle over top of the yam mixture and pat slightly over the top of mixture.....
Bake for 25 minutes....Serve nice and hot....YUMMMMY

Tips:

Choose the right yams: Look for yams that are firm and have smooth skin. Avoid yams that are bruised or have blemishes.
Wash the yams thoroughly: Scrub the yams with a vegetable brush under running water to remove any dirt or debris.
Prick the yams: Use a fork to prick the yams all over. This will help them cook evenly.
Rub the yams with oil: Rub the yams with olive oil or melted butter to help them brown and caramelize.
Season the yams: Sprinkle the yams with salt, pepper, and other desired seasonings.
Roast the yams: Roast the yams in a preheated oven at 400°F for 45-60 minutes, or until they are tender and browned.
Serve the yams: Serve the yams hot with your favorite sides.

Conclusion:

Roasted yams are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. They are also a great source of vitamins, minerals, and fiber. With so many different ways to prepare them, there is sure to be a roasted yam recipe that everyone will enjoy.