1 can yams or 1/4 cup butter
4 fresh yams 1/2 bag miniature mar, shmallows (o
1/2 cup orange juice 1 orange, sliced
1/4 cup brown sugar
Directions
Drain yams and discard liquid. Arrange in baking dish. Pour orange
juice over yams. Sprinkle liberally with brown sugar. Dot with
butter. Sprinkle with marshmallows, if desired. Place orange slices
on top.
Bake for 30 minutes at 350 degrees or in any oven temperature (i.e.,
right along with the turkey) until marshmallows melt and liquid is
bubbly.
Serves 6.
Servings: 6 servings
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