8 servings

Ingredients:

4 large yams, peeled cut into bit-size chunks
2 Tbs. olive oil
salt
freshly ground pepper
2 Tbs. butter
2 Tbs. minced fresh cilantro

Instructions:

1. Position rack in bottom third of oven and preheat to 400 degrees F.
   
2. Toss yams and olive oil in large bowl to coat.
   
3. Spread yams in single layer on a baking sheet. Sprinkle with salt and pepper.
   
4. Roast until tender and golden brown, stirring occasionally, about 20 minutes.
   
5. Drop butter onto yams in small pieces. Roast until glazed and browned, stirring occasionally.
   
6. Transfer to serving bowl and sprinkle with cilantro.

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