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.

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Cooking Time: 55 mins
• Total Time: 1 hr 10 mins
• Calories: 321 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 cup pineapple and orange juice blend
• 2 tablespoons softened butter
• 0.5 cup chopped macadamia nuts
• 2.5 pounds yams, peeled and cubed
• 0.5 cup (packed) dark brown sugar

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

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

Step 2

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 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.