Golden Gratin

Directions

1. 1
   Position rack in center of oven and preheat to 400F.
2. 2
   Generously grease 13x9x2-inch glass baking dish.
3. 3
   Stir nectar, broth, 6 tablespoons margarine, apricots, salt, cinnamon and pepper in heavy large pot over high heat until margarine melts.
4. 4
   Add yams; bring to boil.
5. 5
   Cover; cook until yams begin to soften, stirring often, about 15 minutes.
6. 6
   Using slotted spoon, transfer yams to prepared dish.
7. 7
   Pour juices from pot over; press firmly to compact.
8. 8
   Cover dish with heavy foil.
9. 9
   Bake 30 minutes.
10. 10
    Uncover and bake yams until tender and beginning to brown on top, about 55 minutes.
11. 11
    Let stand 15 minutes.