If you grew up in the South, when you think of autumn, pumpkin pie's fluffier, orange-hued cousin sweet potato pie might come to mind. Indeed, sweet potato pie is a staple that emerged out of the ...

For many families, a holiday feast doesn’t feel complete without the familiar lineup of mashed potatoes and gravy, roast turkey and stuffing. Add in traditional sides like cranberry sauce, green bean ...

It’s time to set the record straight on these two often mixed-up veggies. Yams and sweet potatoes are two very different plants. Yams are more closely related to lilies, while sweet potatoes are more ...

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Our garden columnist is tackling a Thanksgiving debate: what is a sweet potato and what is a yam? And which one should you eat on the holiday?