What Do Americans Call Actual Yams? The Answer Is Likely Sweet Potatoes
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According to the American Sweet Potato Marketing Institute, true yams are a staple vegetable in Africa and Asia, while sweet potatoes are native to the Americas. This botanical fact creates a long-standing confusion in the United States, as the names are often used interchangeably. So, what do Americans call actual yams, and how did this culinary mix-up happen in the first place?
