Savory Candied Yams Bacon Pecans (Print Format)
Caramelized yams with bacon, brown sugar, maple, and pecans create a sweet and savory dish.
# Ingredients:
→ Main Ingredients
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4 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and diced
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4 slices bacon, chopped
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1/4 cup unsalted butter
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1/4 cup brown sugar
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2 tablespoons maple syrup
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1 teaspoon cinnamon
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1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
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1/2 cup chopped pecans
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Salt, to taste
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Pepper, to taste
# Steps:
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Cook bacon in a large skillet over medium heat until crispy. Remove and drain on paper towels, reserving about 1 tablespoon bacon grease in the skillet.
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Add butter to the skillet with the reserved bacon grease; melt over medium heat. Stir in brown sugar, maple syrup, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 1–2 minutes until slightly thickened.
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Add diced sweet potatoes; toss to coat in glaze. Cover and cook over medium-low heat for 20–25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until yams are tender and caramelized.
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Stir in crispy bacon and pecans; cook for 2–3 minutes to warm through.
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Transfer to a serving dish and serve warm.
# Tips:
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This dish pairs well with roasted meats or as a standalone holiday side.