Are Yams Naturally Sweet? Unraveling the Culinary Confusion
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Over a hundred different varieties of true yams exist, yet in the United States, most tubers labeled 'yam' are actually a type of sweet potato. This mislabeling is the primary reason for the widespread confusion over whether are yams naturally sweet. The surprising truth is that authentic yams are typically starchy and earthy, not inherently sweet.
