Yam and Apple Medley
Experience the perfect harmony of sweet and spiced flavors with this Yam and Apple Medley—a cozy side dish ideal for fall gatherings or holiday meals. This dish combines tender, caramelized yams and juicy apples, beautifully coated in a buttery glaze infused with brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and a hint of orange juice for a citrusy twist. The optional addition of toasted pecans adds a satisfying crunch, taking this warm, oven-baked medley to the next level. With just 15 minutes of prep time and a medley of wholesome ingredients, this recipe is a simple yet sophisticated way to bring autumn's best flavors to your table. Perfect for Thanksgiving or a comforting weeknight dinner, this dish is sure to delight your family and guests!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 medium yams
- 2 medium apples
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 cup pecans (optional)
- 2 tablespoons orange juice
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Peel the yams and apples, then cut them into bite-sized cubes and set aside.
In a large oven-safe skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
Add the brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt to the skillet, stirring until combined and the sugar has dissolved.
Toss the yam cubes into the skillet and coat them evenly with the spiced butter mixture. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, to start softening the yams.
Add the apple cubes to the skillet, mixing gently to coat them in the mixture. Cook for an additional 3 minutes.
Pour the orange juice over the yams and apples, stirring to deglaze the skillet and incorporate all the flavors.
If using pecans, sprinkle them over the top of the mixture.
Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 25 minutes, stirring halfway through, until the yams are tender and caramelized.
Remove from the oven, let cool for 5 minutes, and serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1439 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 76.8 g | 98% | |
| Saturated Fat | 23.0 g | 115% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 99 mg | 33% | |
| Sodium | 859 mg | 37% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 189.3 g | 69% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 31.0 g | 111% | |
| Total Sugars | 62.3 g | ||
| Protein | 12.8 g | 26% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 189 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 4.6 mg | 26% | |
| Potassium | 4234 mg | 90% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
