Praline Yams

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Praline Yams

By Jeanette Shepherd

29 oz. can sugary Sam cut yams, drained 1/3 c. firmly packed brown sugar
1/3 c. chopped pecans 3 T. flour
1/3 c. coconut 3 T. melted butter or margarine

Heat oven to 350. Place drained yams in ungreased 1 ½ quart casserole dish. In a small bowl, combine remaining ingredients and blend well. Sprinkle over yams. Bake for 35 to 40 minutes until bubbly.