Lighter Whipped Candied Brandied Yams With Pecans

Ingredients

YAMS

• 40 ounces canned yams, drained or 4 2/3 cups mashed sweet potatoes
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar or 1 tablespoon Splenda brown sugar blend
• 2 tablespoons frozen orange juice concentrate, thawed
• 2 tablespoons brandy or 1 teaspoon rum extract
• 1 teaspoon cornstarch
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract or vanilla essence
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 4 egg whites

TOPPING

• 1/2 cup brown sugar or 1/4 cup Splenda brown sugar blend
• 2 tablespoons light butter
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 cup pecans, chopped

Directions

1. 1

   MAKE THE YAMS:.

2. 2

   Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.

3. 3

   In a large bowl, using an electric mixer set on medium speed, beat the yams for 2 minutes, or until well mashed.

4. 4

   Beat in the brown sugar, orange juice concentrate, brandy or rum extract, cornstarch, vanilla extract and salt.

5. 5

   Add the egg whites and beat until smooth.

6. 6

   Transfer to a shallow 2-quart baking dish and smooth the surface.

7. 7

   MAKE THE TOPPING:.

8. 8

   In a microwaveable bowl, combine the brown sugar, butter, and cinnamon.

9. 9

   Microwave on HIGH for 30 seconds, or until melted.

10. 10

    Stir until blended.

11. 11

    ASSEMBLE CASSEROLE:.

12. 12

    Scatter the pecans over the yams and drizzle with the toppping.

13. 13

    Bake for 30-35 minutes or until the topping is golden and bubbly.