Best 6 Easy Yam Casserole Recipes

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Indulge in a delectable journey with our comprehensive guide to preparing the perfect yam casserole. From classic Southern comfort food to modern twists, this article offers a range of recipes to suit every palate. Discover the secrets to creating a creamy, flavorful casserole with tender, caramelized yams. Learn how to balance sweet and savory flavors with a medley of spices, herbs, and delectable toppings. Whether you prefer a traditional recipe or a unique variation with a touch of innovation, this article has something for every home chef. Get ready to impress your family and friends with a dish that combines the best of Southern tradition with a touch of modern culinary flair.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

YAM CASSEROLE



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My entire family has always hated yams until I made this dish 15 years ago. Now everyone looks forward to this dish during the holidays. However, I do make it at home during the year, not just during the holidays. I have given this recipe to several people that have requested it, now I'll give it to you.

Provided by BIRDK9

Categories     Side Dish     Casseroles     Sweet Potato Casserole Recipes

Time 50m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 (29 ounce) can yams, drained and mashed
¼ cup melted butter
½ cup white sugar
½ cup evaporated milk
2 eggs, beaten
½ teaspoon nutmeg
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
¼ cup butter, softened
½ cup brown sugar
½ cup chopped walnuts
1 cup sugar frosted corn flake cereal

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • In a large bowl combine yams, melted butter, white sugar, evaporated milk, eggs, nutmeg, cinnamon and vanilla extract. Mix well and transfer to a 9x9 inch casserole dish.
  • In a medium bowl cream butter with brown sugar. Stir in walnuts and frosted cereal. Spread on top of yam mixture.
  • Bake in preheated oven for 35 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 383.1 calories, Carbohydrate 49.9 g, Cholesterol 81.6 mg, Fat 19 g, Fiber 3.2 g, Protein 5.2 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, Sodium 194.2 mg, Sugar 40.8 g

YAM AND APPLE CASSEROLE



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Perfect for the Thanksgiving holiday, yams and apples are baked with a sweet glaze.

Provided by VEGAS

Categories     Side Dish     Casseroles     Sweet Potato Casserole Recipes

Time 2h30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 large yams
3 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon cornstarch
½ cup packed brown sugar
1 ½ cups apple juice
1 tablespoon lemon juice
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
½ teaspoon ground allspice
3 large apples - peeled, cored and sliced

Steps:

  • Place yams in a large saucepan with enough water to cover. Bring to a boil, and cook 30 minutes, or until tender but firm. Drain, peel, and cut into 1/3 inch thick slices.
  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  • In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter with the cornstarch and brown sugar. Mix in the apple juice, lemon juice, cinnamon, and allspice.
  • Alternate layers of yams and apples in the prepared baking dish. Pour the apple juice mixture over the layers.
  • Cover, and bake 1 hour in the preheated oven. Remove cover, and continue baking 30 minutes. Baste frequently with the juices from the pan to prevent drying.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 419.6 calories, Carbohydrate 93 g, Cholesterol 11.4 mg, Fat 4.8 g, Fiber 10.8 g, Protein 3.7 g, SaturatedFat 2.8 g, Sodium 54.9 mg, Sugar 27.8 g

THE BEST SWEET POTATO CASSEROLE



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We opted for a nutty crumb topping over marshmallows to create a pleasantly crunchy contrast to the creamy and soft mashed sweet potatoes. The filling gets a pumpkin pie-like treatment, with brown sugar and vanilla for a deep caramel flavor and butter and eggs for richness. This recipe is bound to become a holiday staple.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     side-dish

Time 45m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2 stick (4 tablespoons) unsalted butter, melted, plus more for buttering the baking dish
3 to 4 large sweet potatoes (about 1 3/4 pounds), peeled and cubed
1/2 cup milk
1/4 cup brown sugar, packed
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
2 large eggs
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
1/2 stick (4 tablespoons) unsalted butter, melted
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
3/4 cup chopped pecans

Steps:

  • For the sweet potatoes: Add 1 3/4 pounds peeled and cubed sweet potatoes to a large pot of salted water. Bring to a boil over high heat, then lower the heat to a simmer and cook until the potatoes are very tender, 15 to 20 minutes. Drain and cool. Mash the sweet potatoes.
  • For the filling: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Butter a 2-quart baking dish.
  • Whisk together the butter, mashed sweet potatoes, milk, brown sugar, vanilla, salt and eggs in a large bowl. Transfer to the prepared baking dish.
  • For the topping: Combine the flour, brown sugar, butter and salt in a medium bowl until moist and the mixture clumps together. Stir in the pecans. Spread the mixture over the top of the sweet potatoes in an even layer. Bake until mostly set in the center and golden on top, 25 to 30 minutes. Serve hot.

YUMMY YAM CASSEROLE



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I call this the 'recipe with legs' because every time I serve it, the recipe is requested. Even those who dislike yams and sweet potatoes love this tasty dish! This dish can be frozen, but freeze it without the pecan topping. Defrost before baking.

Provided by LIZALOUISE

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Sweet Potatoes

Time 1h55m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 pounds yams
2 eggs
¼ cup brown sugar
2 tablespoons butter, melted
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
⅛ teaspoon ground allspice
⅛ teaspoon ground nutmeg
6 ounces pecan halves
⅓ cup brown sugar
¼ cup melted butter

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Poke yams in several places with a fork, then cook them on high power in microwave oven until heated through and soft, about 20 minutes. When cooled, remove skins and place the yams in a large bowl.
  • Beat yams until smooth. Then beat in one egg at a time, blending after each addition. Stir in 1/4 cup brown sugar, 1/8 cup melted butter, salt, cinnamon, allspice and nutmeg; beat until the mixture is light and fluffy.
  • Transfer mixture to an ungreased 3 quart casserole dish. Arrange the pecans in a single layer on top. Sprinkle with remaining brown sugar and drizzle 1/4 cup melted butter over the top.
  • Bake for 25 minutes in the preheated oven, or until browned and bubbly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 490.7 calories, Carbohydrate 64.5 g, Cholesterol 75.9 mg, Fat 25.5 g, Fiber 9 g, Protein 7.6 g, SaturatedFat 7.2 g, Sodium 399.3 mg, Sugar 16.6 g

EASY SWEET POTATO CASSEROLE



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My husband begs me for this. I got the recipe from his mother. It's simple and yummy.

Provided by SWINDHAM

Categories     Side Dish     Casseroles     Sweet Potato Casserole Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 6

6 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks
1 cup white sugar
½ cup brown sugar
2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
1 tablespoon butter, softened
miniature marshmallows, or as needed

Steps:

  • Place sweet potatoes in a large pot and cover with salted water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until tender, about 20 minutes; drain.
  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Grease a deep casserole dish with butter.
  • Mash potatoes with a potato masher in a bowl until no large lumps remain. Stir white sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon, and butter into the mashed sweet potatoes; transfer to prepared casserole dish. Cover sweet potato mixture with a layer of miniature marshmallows.
  • Bake in preheated oven until marshmallows are browned, about 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 384.9 calories, Carbohydrate 90.8 g, Cholesterol 3.1 mg, Fat 1.3 g, Fiber 8.9 g, Protein 4.4 g, SaturatedFat 0.8 g, Sodium 167.5 mg, Sugar 44.9 g

YAM CASSEROLE



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Served this at Christmas last year and my whole family loved them. Have been asked to make them for every family occasion since.

Provided by winnipeggirl58

Categories     Yam/Sweet Potato

Time 1h

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 cups mashed yams
1/2 cup sugar
1/4 cup butter
2 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons flour
1/2 cup brown sugar
1 cup chopped pecans

Steps:

  • Cook yams and mash.
  • Blend with next 4 ingredients.
  • Place in buttered casserole dish.
  • Mix topping ingredients and sprinkle on yams.
  • Bake at 350 degrees for 30- 40 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 356.8, Fat 19.8, SaturatedFat 6.7, Cholesterol 75.8, Sodium 88.3, Carbohydrate 43.5, Fiber 3.4, Sugar 26.7, Protein 3.9

Tips:

  • For a sweeter casserole, use yams that are very ripe and have a deep orange color.
  • If you don't have brown sugar, you can substitute an equal amount of granulated sugar mixed with 1 tablespoon of molasses.
  • To make the casserole ahead of time, assemble it and bake it according to the recipe instructions. Then, let it cool completely and store it in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. When you're ready to serve, reheat it in a 350°F oven until it's warmed through.
  • To make the casserole in a slow cooker, combine all of the ingredients in the slow cooker and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours.
  • Garnish the casserole with chopped pecans, walnuts, or marshmallows before serving.

Conclusion:

Easy Yam Casserole is a classic Southern dish that is perfect for any occasion. It's made with simple ingredients and can be prepared ahead of time, making it a great option for busy weeknights. The casserole is sweet, creamy, and comforting, and it's sure to be a hit with everyone at the table.

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