Yam

Yams do not need to be peeled. Scrub if necessary and remove any blemishes. Are yams supposed to be peeled? For most sweet potato recipes,… Read More »Do I Need To Peel Yams?

Wash and peel the yams, then cut them into bite-size cubes. Choose a saucepan or Dutch oven that will be large enough to hold them… Read More »Do You Peel Yams Before Boiling?

There are lots of options for pairing this side with other types of food. Meat – Pork, chicken and beef all taste great alongside sweet… Read More »What Do You Eat With Sweet Yams?

If the sweet potatoes start turning soft or mushy, they have gone bad. The same thing is true for sweet potatoes that turned a deep… Read More »How Can You Tell If A Yam Is Good?

tubers. The tubers are eaten baked, boiled, or fried much like potatoes. Because of the small size of the tubers, mechanical cultivation is possible, which… Read More »What Part Of The Yam Do We Eat?

Serving yams with a holiday dinner helps protect liver health, new research shows. Scientists from the University of Mississippi and King Saud University, in Saudi… Read More »Is Yam Good For The Liver?

Yams are full of nutrients that aid in heart health. Some of the main nutrients that promote heart health include fiber and potassium. Potassium aids… Read More »Does Yam Increase Blood Pressure?

While sweet potatoes can safely be eaten raw, certain types of yams are only safe to eat when cooked. Naturally occurring plant proteins found in… Read More »What Happens If You Eat Raw Yam?

Yes, you can eat sweet potato skin, whether it’s an orange, white or purple sweet potato. So the next time you make sweet potatoes, try… Read More »Can You Eat The Skins Of Yams And Sweet Potatoes?

The folks at Cooks Illustrated write in their ever-so-modestly titled tome The Best Vegetable Recipes that the best way to make baked yams and sweet… Read More »How Long Does It Take To Bake A Yam?