Baked Yams With Lime And Honey Recipe

Ingredients for Baked Yams With Lime And Honey

• 2 large yams (about 1.5 lbs total)
• 1/2 cup water
• 1/4 cup honey
• Unsalted Butter
• Limes
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• Fresh Ground Black Pepper
• 1/4 cup sour cream (optional)

How to Make Baked Yams With Lime And Honey

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Wash 2 large yams (about 1.5 lbs total) thoroughly and pierce them several times with a fork.
3. Place yams in a baking dish and add 1/2 cup of water to the bottom of the dish.
4. Bake for 60-75 minutes, or until easily pierced with a fork and skins are puffy.
5. Remove from oven and let cool slightly (about 10 minutes).
6. Once cool enough to handle, peel the yams.
7. Place the peeled yams in a medium-sized bowl.
8. Add 1/4 cup honey, 2 tablespoons butter (melted), 2 tablespoons lime juice, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
9. Mash well using a potato masher or electric mixer until smooth and creamy.
10. Transfer the mashed yams to an oven-safe baking dish.
11. Cover with aluminum foil.
12. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until heated through.
13. Remove foil and top with 1/4 cup sour cream (optional).
14. Serve hot and enjoy!