Instructions: Cook yams in skins until nearly tender. Peel and halve. Arrange in greased shallow 1-quart baking pan. Combine sugar, water, salt, and butter; pour over yams. Bake in moderate oven (350 degrees) 15 minutes, basting occasionally. Sprinkle top with coconut; bake 10 minutes longer, or until lightly browned.

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