Name: Garnet Yams with Maple Syrup, Walnuts, and Brandied Raisins
Yield: 12 Servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup brown raisins; 1/2 cup golden raisins; 1/4 cup brandy; 5 pounds garnet yams or other yams (red-skinned sweet potatoes), peeled, cut into 3/4-inch cubes; 3/4 cup pure maple syrup; 1/2 cup (packed) golden brown sugar; 1/4 cup (1/2 stick) unsalted butter; 1 1/2 cups walnut pieces, toasted

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These yams definitely aren't afraid of a little sweetness: There's maple syrup, two kinds of raisins, and some sugar for good measure.

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