Check out our Test Kitchen's best tips on how to cook yams, and discover how versatile this nutritious root vegetable can be.

Yam porridge, known as "Asaro" in Nigeria, is a delicious and spicy dish loved by many. It is easy to make and perfect for ...

The yam will add a nice, starchy texture to the soup and make it more filling. Pour enough water into the pot to cover the ingredients. Add the yam cubes and bring the soup to a boil. Once it’s ...

Serve mashed yams with plenty of butter and seasoning as an accompaniment to meat stews or other vegetable dishes. Make yam chips or bake yams in their skins. In Africa, yam is pounded into a very ...

They are considered a specialty item and don't typically make it into a standard American produce section. If you see a vegetable or canned good labeled as a yam, it is most likely a sweet potato.

Discover the vibrant tastes of Africa with a delicious yam and coconut soup. Simply saute onions, garlic, and ginger, add ...