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Pear Yam Salad

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Ingredients 2 lbs. sweet potatoes (yams), peeled and cubed 3 fresh pears 2 tbsp. lemon juice 1/4 cup toasted pecans 1 cup chopped celery 1/3 cup raisins 1/3 cup light mayonnaise 1 tbsp. honey 1/2 tsp. ground ginger Salt to taste In a saucepan, cook the yams for 8 to 10 minutes in boiling water just until tender. Do not overcook. Drain; set aside to cool. Core the pears and cut into chunks. Toss the pears with the lemon juice and mix with the cooled yams in a large bowl. Add the pecans, celery and raisins, mixing gently. In a small bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, honey, ginger and salt. Pour the dressing over the yam-pear mixture, mixing gently to coat the salad. Serve immediately or refrigerate. Makes 8 servings.