Tabor city yam bread recipe

Tabor City Yam Bread recipe

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Tabor City Yam Bread is a delightful recipe that combines the earthy sweetness of yams with the comforting warmth of freshly baked bread. This recipe, originating from Tabor City, North Carolina, has been passed down through generations and is a beloved staple in Southern cuisine. The moist and tender texture of the bread, along with the subtle hint of cinnamon and nutmeg, makes it a perfect treat for breakfast or as an accompaniment to a cozy meal. With its unique flavors and easy preparation, Tabor City Yam Bread is sure to become a new favorite in your kitchen.

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Tabor city yam bread recipe details

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Ingredients:

6 Tablespoons butter

1 cup sugar

2 eggs

1 cup cooked and mashed sweet potatoes

1/4 teaspoon dried cloves

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/4 teaspoon baking soda

1/2 teaspoon nutmeg

2 cups all-purpose flour

2 teaspoons baking powder

1/4 teaspoon cinnamon

1/3 to 1/2 cup milk

1/2 cup chopped nuts

Instructions:

From “The Yam Capitol of the World”

Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Butter 8 x 8 inch loaf pan. Blend butter and sugar to a creamy consistency. Beat eggs in thoroughly. Add to the mixture 1 cup cooked and mashed sweet potatoes. Sift together cloves, salt, baking soda, nutmeg, flour, baking powder and cinnamon. To wet mixture, add dry ingredients alternately with milk. Add nuts. Pour into a loaf pan and bake for 50 to 55 minutes.

Top with caramel icing if desired. May also be baked in lined muffin tins at 400 degrees for 15 to 20 minutes, or in Madeline pan at 400 degrees for 10 minutes. Top with caramel icing if desired. Freezes well.