1. Bake the yam in the oven for 40–45 minutes at 400°F.
2. Remove the yam from oven and allow it to cool enough so that you can handle it. Remove
the skin and slice into 1′′ pieces.
3. In a large skillet, melt the butter and sauté the onion and pecans for approximately 2
minutes, until the onion pieces begin to turn brown.
4. Add the yam slices, maple syrup, and cinnamon and sauté for 3–5 minutes, stirring often,
until the yam pieces are hot and tender.Tony Roma's Red Hot Barbecue Sauce
A southern cook needs a good homemade barbecue sauce for chicken, beef, and pork.INGREDIENTS | SERVES 4
1 cup ketchup
1 cup vinegar
½ cup dark corn syrup
2 tablespoons molasses
½ teaspoon finely diced red bell pepper
2 teaspoons sugar
1 teaspoon liquid smoke
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
½ teaspoon Tabasco
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
¼ teaspoon black pepper
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
¼ teaspoon onion powder
1. Combine all of the ingredients in a saucepan over high heat. Use a whisk to blend the
ingredients until smooth.
2. When the mixture comes to a boil, reduce the heat and simmer uncovered for 30–45
minutes, until the mixture thickens.
3. Remove it from the heat. If you want a thicker sauce, cook it longer. If you make the sauce