Coriander

• Coriander offers a blend of both lemon and sage flavors and adds a unique intensity to the flavor of yams. Cooking yams in butter with coriander and the bright citrus flavors of lemon zest and orange zest creates the perfect side dish. Pair these flavors with white or brown rice to transform it into a hearty main entree.

Bay Leaf

• The pungent and slight bitter taste of a bay leaf can add depth to the flavor of yams. Turn your yams into a delicious stew by boiling them with a bay leaf, cinnamon, garlic, onion and tomatoes to add a layer of fresh garden flavors, and you will have a stew perfect for a cold winter day.

Oregano

• Most commonly used in chili powder and pizza sauce, oregano helps develop the natural sweetness of yams. Mixing yams with oregano, pumpkin seeds and coconut provides a side dish with great depth of flavor and texture, and is a healthier alternative to deep fried french fries or potatoes mashed with butter.

Nutmeg

• The rustic flavor of nutmeg pairs well with yams, highlighting their warm and smooth flavor. Mix braised yams with both nutmeg and rosemary to develop their natural sweetness, and then finish them off with a sweet cream sauce to help accent the warm flavor of the nutmeg and the earthy flavor of the rosemary.