Are Sweet Potato Fries Actually Yams? Confused

Differentiating sweet potato fries from yams reveals surprising botanical and cultural roots that challenge common assumptions about these popular vegetables.
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Differentiating sweet potato fries from yams reveals surprising botanical and cultural roots that challenge common assumptions about these popular vegetables.

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