Wednesday, November 27, 2013

Day 25, ABCs of Gratitude: Yams...



We're almost at the end of our ABCs of Gratitude! Today, I am grateful for 'Yams'.

Well, or so I thought.

As it turns out, the 'Yam' in America is a misnomer. This explains why there is confusion around the difference between a sweet potato and a yam--because in America, the sweet potato is incorrectly called a yam!

I found a great story by Zoë François from her blog,'Zoë Bakes', that explains the history and differences of the sweet potato and yam. If you care to find the real truth, check it out here: http://zoebakes.com/2008/11/21/the-sweet-potato-vs-yam-debate-on-nprs-weekend-america/

Or, you can be like me and enjoy yams--err-sweet potatoes tomorrow in all their buttery and marshmellowy goodness!



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