Candied Yams

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Ingredients

• 6 medium yams, boiled in skin until tender (about 20 - 30 minutes)
• 1/3 cup raisins
• 1 Tbsp brown sugar
• 3 Tbsp sugar substitute
• 2 tsp cinnamon
• 1/2 tsp nutmeg
• Ground cloves to taste
• 1/3 cup low-calorie margarine
• 1 cup cold water

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F. Cool yams, peel, and slice lengthwise. Place the yam slices in a covered baking dish. Sprinkle the raisins over the yams.
2. In a separate bowl, mix the brown sugar, sugar substitute, and spices; sprinkle over the yams. Dot with margarine and add water.
3. Cover the baking dish and bake for 30 minutes. Remove the cover, then bake another 15 - 20 minutes.

Nutritional Information (Per Serving) Calories: 81 Protein: 1 g Sodium: 63 mg Cholesterol: 0 mg Fat: 3 g Carbohydrates: 14 g Exchanges: 1 Starch

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