Orange Praline Yam Casserole

Beat until smooth:
2 40 ounce cans yams,
drained or
4 pounds cooked, peeled and sliced fresh yams or sweet potatoes
Add & beat until light and fluffy:
2/3 C. orange juice
1 T. grated orange peel
salt and pepper to taste
1 t. ground ginger
¼ C. melted butter
¾ C. brown sugar
3 egg yolks
Pour into buttered dish.
Combine in small bowl:
½ C. melted butter
¼ C. brown sugar
1 C. chopped pecans
1 t. ground cinnamon
Spread evenly over yams.
May refrigerate.
Preheat over to 350 degrees.
Bake 45-50 minutes or until golden brown and bubbly.
Let stand 10 minutes before serving.
Serves 12.