This pudding-like jam can be eaten on its own ... Therefore, while most yams are starchier and dryer than sweet potatoes, the ...

Pain patate is a Haitian sweet potato pudding made from sweet potato, coconut, evaporated milk and spices. It is found throughout the Caribbean, with recipes and methods varying from island to island.

Cooks' notes: Sweet potatoes can be baked and mashed 1 day ahead. Chill, covered. Chestnuts can be soaked, drained, and chopped 1 day ahead. Chill, covered. Recipe by Scott Peacock, Gourmet ...

I told her I would offer one in my column, so I am doing that today. Yams, the orange-fleshed variety of sweet potato, have a dense flesh that holds its shape well when cooked. But, when cooked ...