One can of (6 ounces) apricot nectar (or ¾ cup)

Instructions

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   Slice yams crosswise into 1-inch thick slices. Arrange in greased 13-by-9-inch or 10-inch round shallow bak-

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   ing dish. Preheat oven to 350-degrees. In a two or 3-quart saucepan, combine brown sugar, cornstarch, salt

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   and cinnamon. Stir in apricot nectar, orange juice and bourbon. Over medium-high heat, bring to a boil, stir-

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   ring constantly. Cook and stir two minutes. Remove from heat and stir in butter. Spoon glaze over yams and

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   sprinkle with pecans if desired. Bake in preheated oven 20 to 25 minutes or until potatoes are heated through

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   and sauce is bubbly. Recipe makes six to eight servings.