Ingredients and Weight:
- 4 pounds (1.8 kg) yams, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces
- 2 apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp), peeled and diced
- 1 onion, chopped
- 1/2 cup (120g) butter, melted
- 1/2 cup (120ml) brown sugar
- 1/4 cup (60ml) maple syrup
- 1/4 cup (60ml) heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon (5g) ground nutmeg
- 1 teaspoon (5g) ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon (2.5g) salt
- 1/4 cup (60g) chopped pecans (optional)
Preparation Time:
15 minutes
Cooking Time:
1 hour
Difficulty Level:
2 (Medium)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large bowl, combine the yams, apples, onion, melted butter, brown sugar, maple syrup, heavy cream, nutmeg, cinnamon, and salt. Mix well.
- Pour the mixture into a 9x13 inch (23x33 cm) baking dish.
- Top with chopped pecans, if desired.
- Bake for 1 hour, or until the yams are tender and the top is golden brown.
Nutritional Information:
Per serving (1/8 of recipe):
- Calories: 350
- Fat: 15g (20% DV)
- Saturated Fat: 5g (25% DV)
- Cholesterol: 30mg (10% DV)
- Sodium: 110mg (5% DV)
- Carbohydrates: 50g (17% DV)
- Dietary Fiber: 5g (20% DV)
- Sugar: 30g
- Protein: 5g
Dish Characteristics:
- Sweet and savory blend of flavors
- Rich and creamy texture
- Warm and comforting dish
- Perfect for fall and winter meals
User Comments:
- "This casserole is the perfect balance of sweetness and spice."
- "The apples add a nice crunch and tartness."
- "My family loves this dish every time I make it."
- "This is the best sweet potato casserole I've ever had."
- "I love how easy it is to make, yet it looks and tastes like it came from a five-star restaurant."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- To ensure the yams are evenly cooked, pierce them with a fork or knife before baking.
- If you don't have heavy cream, you can substitute with milk or yogurt.
- For a richer flavor, use dark brown sugar instead of light brown sugar.
- Allow the casserole to rest for 10-15 minutes before serving to let the flavors blend.
