Mama Afrika

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Saturday, April 26, 2008

Candied Yams from West Africa

Candied Yams from West Africa

Candied Yams from West Africa


INGREDIENTS:

6 Med. Yams
1 Tsp. Nutmeg
1 Tsp. Cinnamon
1 Cup Water
1 Cup Sugar
8 Tbsp. Margarine
2 Tsp. Vanilla Extract

Step #1 - Peel yams and slice lengthwise.

Step #2 - Place yams in a large pot , cover with water, and bring to a boil.

Step #3 - Drain half of the water and put yams and remaining water in a large pan or skillet.

Step #4 - Sprinkle with half of the cinnamon, sugar, and nutmeg.

Step #5 - Bring to boil and cook approximately 3 minutes

Step #6 - Add the remainder of the nutmeg, cinnamon, sugar, and the vanilla extract.

Step #7 - Spoon mixture all over the yams and let simmer for 15 minutes until the yams have absorbed all the syrup.

Step #8 - Remove from heat until ready to serve.