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Baked Yams With Lime And Honey Recipe

Indulge in the irresistible flavors of this Baked Yams with Lime and Honey recipe! Sweet honey and tangy lime perfectly complement the earthy sweetness of baked yams. This easy-to-follow recipe is perfect for a comforting side dish or a unique dessert. Get ready to experience a delightful explosion of taste!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 105 mins
Calories 315.8 kcal
Protein 5g
Rating 4.5 (8 Reviews)
Baked Yams With Lime And Honey 97

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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Baked Yams With Lime And Honey

  • 2 large yams (about 1 1/2 pounds total)
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1/4 cup sour cream (optional, for topping)

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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!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

24 g

Sugar

74g

Fat

24g

Carbs

20g

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