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Pecan Praline-Crusted Yams Recipe
Nov 17, 2011 @ 4:18 PM
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Daily Value: 67%
Servings: 8
High-Fiber
Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Wheat-Free
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Nutrition
Cal/Serving: 1,340Daily Value: 67%
Servings: 8
High-Fiber
Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Wheat-Free
| Fat | 78g | 120% |
| Saturated | 27g | 135% |
| Trans | 1g | 0% |
| Carbs | 157g | 52% |
| Fiber | 17g | 68% |
| Sugars | 72g | 0% |
| Protein | 13g | 26% |
| Cholesterol | 168mg | 56% |
| Sodium | 794mg | 33% |
| Calcium | 215mg | 22% |
| Magnesium | 140mg | 35% |
| Potassium | 2720mg | 78% |
| Iron | 4mg | 20% |
| Zinc | 4mg | 24% |
| Vitamin A | 1833IU | 37% |
| Vitamin C | 49mg | 82% |
| Thiamin (B1) | 1mg | 46% |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0mg | 18% |
| Niacin (B3) | 2mg | 12% |
| Vitamin B6 | 1mg | 50% |
| Folic Acid (B9) | 88µg | 22% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 5% |
| Vitamin D | 1µg | 0% |
| Vitamin E | 3mg | 15% |
| Vitamin K | 12µg | 15% |
| Fatty acids, total monounsaturated | 33g | 0% |
| Fatty acids, total polyunsaturated | 14g | 0% |
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This is based on a family recipe from my mother. The pecan crust lends a nice crunch to the yams, and the spices add a touch of refinement.
INGREDIENTS
For the pecan crust:
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted
- 2 cups cream
- 2 cups brown sugar
- 4 cups pecans, toasted and chopped roughly
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 4 teaspoons vanilla extract
For the yams:
- Salt, for boiling yams
- 5 pounds yams, peeled and cut into large dice
- 8 tablespoons butter
- 2 eggs
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
DIRECTIONS
For the pecan crust:
Place the butter in a heavy saucepan. Add the cream, sugar, pecans, salt, and spices and whisk until well combined. Bring to a boil over medium heat, reduce to a simmer, and cook for 5 minutes, stirring often. Remove from heat and add the vanilla extract.
For the yams:
Preheat the oven to 375 degrees.
Bring a large pot of salted water to boil over high heat. Add the yams and cook until soft. Remove from heat and strain completely. Place in a mixing bowl, add the butter, and beat with a whisk until smooth. Add the eggs and whisk again to incorporate.
Scald the milk in a saucepan: Bring it nearly to a boil over medium heat, stirring regularly, to keep the bottom from scorching. When bubbles start to form around the edges, remove from heat. Add the milk to the yams. Add the sugar and mix well. Transfer to a baking dish.
Pour the pecan praline over yam mixture and bake in the oven for 20 minutes. Use a cake tester to check for doneness. Serve hot.
Recipe Details
Servings: 8Cuisine: American
