YAMS

15 minPrep Time

40 minCook Time

55 minTotal Time 

Ingredients

• 2 lbs sweet potatoes
• 1/3 cup white or brown sugar
• 3 tablespoons water or orange juice
• 3 tablespoons butter
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
• 3 cups mini marshmallows (optional)

Instructions

1. Scrub the sweet potatoes and place in a large pot. Fill with water until they are covered by at least 1 inch of water and bring to a boil. Cover and simmer for 20-30 minutes or until easily pierced with a fork.
2. Drain potatoes and peel once they are cool enough to handle. Cut the sweet potatoes into 1/2-inch slices or cubes.
Preparation with marshmallows:
3. Preheat the oven to 350 F.
4. For the syrup, combine the sugar, water, butter, vanilla, salt and cinnamon in a small saucepan and bring to a rapid boil.
5. Place sweet potatoes in an 8x8 baking dish and drizzle with syrup.
6. Top with marshmallows and bake for about 20 minutes, or until golden brown.
Preparation without marshmallows:
7. In a large skillet, combine the sugar, water, butter, vanilla, salt and cinnamon. Add the sweet potatoes, stirring to coat. Bring to a simmer and cook until thick and bubbly, about 5 minutes. Transfer to serving diSH
8. ENJOY