Yams vs. sweet potatoes: What's the difference?

Here’s what yams really are, how they differ from sweet potatoes and why it's probably best to enjoy both in moderation.
The Advocate

Some sweet potato vs. yam history solves a dinner-table dispute: Dan Gill explains.

That is a great question and it often comes up when sweet potatoes are discussed. Sweet potatoes are called yams because of a ...
Sierra Sun Times

Library of Congress Explains the Difference Between Sweet Potatoes and Yams

Yams are closely related to lilies and grasses. Native to Africa and Asia, yams vary in size from that of a small potato to a record 130 pounds (as of 1999). There are over 600 varieties of yams and ...
WECT

Sweet potato vs. yam? We’re digging into the root of the answer

WILMINGTON, N.C. (CAPE FEAR WEEKEND) - This Friday, we’re heading to Tabor City as the North Carolina Yam Festival kicks off. The town was once known as the yam capital of the world, or should we say ...
Southern Bytes on MSN

Crockpot Candied Sweet Potatoes Recipe (Candied Yams)

Crockpot Candied Sweet Potatoes are tender, buttery, and sweetened with brown sugar and honey. They are perfect for ...

Five-Ingredient, Fiery Sweet Potatoes

If you have sweet potatoes, coconut milk, Thai red curry paste, brown sugar and butter (and salt), you have everything you ...
Health on MSN

How to Pick the Perfect Sweet Potato Every Time

The key to choosing the perfect sweet potato lies in evaluating the skin, the weight, and the shape of the sweet potato.
University of California

Purple sweet potatoes create buzz

UC Cooperative Extension farm advisor works with LSU breeder to develop new sweet potato varieties for California ...
Intentional Hospitality on MSN

Crispy Roasted Sweet Potatoes That Steal the Spotlight at Dinner

Crispy roasted sweet potatoes develop golden, caramelized edges while staying tender inside. This easy roasted sweet pot ...