Baked Yams and Apples

 

(Originally from Una Nelson.  Modified slightly by Judy to use apple juice and add nutmeg and vanilla)

 6-7 baked, peeled and chunked yams (bake in oven or microwave just like potatoes…)

3-4 chopped, peeled apples

3/4 cup sugar or  1/2 cup honey

4 T. Cornstarch

1 cube butter

2 cups apple juice

1 tsp. nutmeg

1 to 2 tsp. vanilla extract

Melt butter and sugar in a saucepan. Stir together cornstarch, nutmeg and juice.  Add to melted butter and sugar.  Cook until thickens. Add vanilla. Pour over yams and apples in casserole dish and bake at 325* about 45 mins.  This recipe is for a big group of 20 or so and can be halved easily for a smaller group. Makes a great side dish for turkey or ham.