Pureed Yams with Ginger, Star Anise, and Cinnamon

• 3 yams
• 4 whole star anise
• 1 stick cinnamon
• 4 c. chicken stock
• 1 stick unsalted butter
• 1/4 c. brown sugar
• 3 tbsp. soy sauce
• 1 tsp. grated ginger
• salt
• Freshly ground pepper

1. In a medium pot, add yams, star anise, cinnamon stick, and enough stock to cover, about 4 cups.
2. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat and cook yams until soft, about 10 minutes.
3. Drain, reserving liquid and discarding spices.
4. Transfer yams to a food processor.
5. Add butter, brown sugar, soy sauce, and ginger, and blend.
6. Add reserved liquid to achieve a smooth consistency.
7. Season with salt and pepper, and serve hot.

yams, star anise, cinnamon, chicken stock, butter, brown sugar, soy sauce, grated ginger, salt, freshly ground pepper

Taken from www.delish.com/recipefinder/pureed-yams-ginger-anise-cinnamon-recipe-clv1110 (may not work)