Pear Yam Salad

This recipe will become a fall favorite.
The slightly sweet spicy dressing mixed
with the toasted pecan flavor makes
the yams and pears perfect partners.

Ingredients:
2 pounds sweet potatoes (yams), peeled and cubed
3 fresh pears
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1/4 cup toasted pecans
1 cup chopped celery
1/3 cup raisins
1/3 cup light mayonnaise
1 tablespoon honey
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
Salt to taste

Directions:
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.