Quick Candied Yams6 Servings. Nutritional Informationcalories594kcalprotein3.1gfat15.7gcarbs114.9gfiber7.7gsugar63.1gsodium162mgcholesterol41mgsaturates9.8gtrans fat0.6gunsaturated fat4.7gIngredients1 40 oz. can yams1/2 cup butter1 cup white sugar or brown sugar if preferred1 cup syrup from canDirectionsPlace yams in shallow baking dish.Combine syrup from can, sugar, and butter in saucepan, stirring to a boil to thicken.Pour over yams.Bake in 350° oven for 20 to 30 minutes, basting frequently.Variations:sprinkle lightly with ground cinnamon and/or nutmeg.place a few slices from a whole orange on yams in dish and add 3 tablespoons orange juice to liquid before basting.place a small sprinkling of crushed pineapple on yams in dish and add 3 tablespoons pineapple juice to liquid before basting.Category: Vegetables