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Apple And Yam Side Dish Recipe

This delightful Apple & Yam Holiday Side Dish is a family favorite! Sweet but not overly sugary, it's the perfect complement to your holiday feast. Tender yams and sweet apples mingle beautifully with warm cinnamon sugar, creating a comforting and irresistible side dish that your guests will adore.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 45 mins
Calories 35.9 kcal
Protein 0g
Rating 4.0 (1 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Apple And Yam Side Dish

  • 2 lbs yams
  • 2 medium apples
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, and a pinch of ground nutmeg
  • 2 tablespoons melted butter

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How to Make Apple And Yam Side Dish

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Peel and chop 2 lbs yams into 1-inch cubes.
  3. Peel and chop 2 medium apples (such as Honeycrisp or Fuji) into 1-inch pieces.
  4. In a large bowl, gently toss the yams and apples with 2 tablespoons of melted butter.
  5. In a separate bowl, combine 1/4 cup brown sugar, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, and a pinch of ground nutmeg.
  6. Layer half of the yam and apple mixture in a greased 9x13 inch baking dish.
  7. Sprinkle half of the cinnamon sugar mixture over the yam and apple layer.
  8. Repeat layers with remaining yam and apple mixture and cinnamon sugar.
  9. Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until the yams are tender and the apples are softened and slightly caramelized.
  10. Let cool slightly before serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

28g

Fat

0g

Carbs

3g

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