Island Yam Bake

Yams or sweet potatoes are popular Hawaiian island fare, made more festive for luaus and other celebrations with the addition of typical, homegrown Hawaiian flavors.

Step: 1

Place yams into a large pot and cover with salted water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until tender, about 20 minutes. Drain and allow to steam dry for a minute or two.

Step: 2

Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).

Step: 3

Return yams to the cooking pot, and mash with juice until smooth. Pack mashed yams into a 3 quart casserole dish, dot with butter, then sprinkle with brown sugar and nuts. Loosely cover with aluminum foil.

Step: 4

Bake in preheated oven until hot and bubbly, 35 to 40 minutes.

Per Serving: 321 calories; protein 2.9g; carbohydrates 58.1g; fat 9.5g; cholesterol 7.6mg; sodium 40.5mg.

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