# What You’ll Need:
→ Yams
01 - 3 large yams (about 2 pounds), peeled and cut into 1/2-inch thick rounds
→ Syrup
02 - 1 cup packed light brown sugar
03 - 6 tablespoons unsalted butter
04 - 1/4 cup water
05 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
06 - 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
07 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
08 - 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
→ Optional Garnish
09 - 1/4 cup chopped pecans
# Directions:
01 - In a large 12-inch skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the brown sugar, water, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Stir until the sugar dissolves and the mixture begins to simmer.
02 - Arrange the yam slices evenly in the skillet, turning to coat thoroughly in the syrup.
03 - Cover and cook over medium-low heat for 20 minutes, gently stirring and turning the yams occasionally to ensure even cooking.
04 - Remove the lid and raise the heat to medium. Continue cooking for 10 to 15 minutes, spooning syrup over the yams repeatedly, until they are fork-tender and the sauce is thick and glossy.
05 - Stir in the vanilla extract and blend until fully incorporated.
06 - Transfer to a serving dish and sprinkle with chopped pecans if desired before serving.
