Lighter Whipped Candied Brandied Yams With Pecans Recipe

Name: Lighter Whipped Candied Brandied Yams With Pecans
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: YAMS; 40 ounces canned yams, drained or 4 2/3 cups mashed sweet potatoes; 2 tablespoons brown sugar or 1 tablespoon Splenda brown sugar blend; 2 tablespoons frozen orange juice concentrate, thawed; 2 tablespoons brandy or 1 teaspoon rum extract; 1 teaspoon cornstarch; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract or 1 teaspoon vanilla essence; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 4 egg whites; TOPPING; 1/2 cup brown sugar or 1/4 cup Splenda brown sugar blend; 2 tablespoons light butter; 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1/4 cup pecans, chopped

Servings: persons

YAMS
40 ounces canned yams, drained or 4 2/3 cups mashed sweet potatoes
2 tablespoons brown sugar or 1 tablespoon Splenda brown sugar blend
2 tablespoons frozen orange juice concentrate, thawed
2 tablespoons brandy or 1 teaspoon rum extract
1 teaspoon cornstarch
1 teaspoon vanilla extract or 1 teaspoon vanilla essence
1/4 teaspoon salt
4 egg whites
TOPPING
1/2 cup brown sugar or 1/4 cup Splenda brown sugar blend
2 tablespoons light butter
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 cup pecans, chopped

1
MAKE THE YAMS:.
2
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
3
In a large bowl, using an electric mixer set on medium speed, beat the yams for 2 minutes, or until well mashed.
4
Beat in the brown sugar, orange juice concentrate, brandy or rum extract, cornstarch, vanilla extract and salt.
5
Add the egg whites and beat until smooth.
6
Transfer to a shallow 2-quart baking dish and smooth the surface.
7
MAKE THE TOPPING:.
8
In a microwaveable bowl, combine the brown sugar, butter, and cinnamon.
9
Microwave on HIGH for 30 seconds, or until melted.
10
Stir until blended.
11
ASSEMBLE CASSEROLE:.
12
Scatter the pecans over the yams and drizzle with the toppping.
13
Bake for 30-35 minutes or until the topping is golden and bubbly.

630

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: YAMS, 40 ounces canned yams, drained or 4 2/3 cups mashed sweet potatoes, 2 tablespoons brown sugar or 1 tablespoon Splenda brown sugar blend, 2 tablespoons frozen orange juice concentrate, thawed, and more.

Yes, Lighter Whipped Candied Brandied Yams With Pecans falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Lighter Whipped Candied Brandied Yams With Pecans

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