They will have advice on whether the yam must be peeled before cooking and how to serve it. Small yams can be cooked in their skins, but larger ones should be peeled, washed and blanched for 10-20 ...

Yams have been in great supply this winter. These knobbly tubers are about the size of a large thumb. The most common yam is pink-orange in colour and has a slightly shiny, ribbed surface.

In a medium nonstick saucepan or skillet over medium heat, cook ube halaya with condensed milk until thickened and jammy, 6-8 minutes. Add powdered milk, lime zest, salt and sugar. Continue ...