Ingredients:

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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   6      medium        yams or sweet potatoes
   2      tablespoons   butter
   2      tablespoons   milk
   1                    egg
   1      teaspoon      salt
     1/4  teaspoon      dried oregano
   4      ounces        smoky link sausage

Preparation:

Wash yams; drain but do not dry. Set in slow-cooking pot. Cover and cook on low for 4 to 6 hours (depending on size and shape). Cut tops from yams; carefully scoop out centers and mash in large bowl. Add butter, milk, egg, salt, and oregano; beat until smooth. Add sausage; mix well. Pile into yam shells. Bake in 400 F oven for 15 to 20 minutes.