Candied Sweet Potatoes




Candied Sweet Potatoes

1 to 4 Sweet potatoes (enough to fill container)
4 tbs butter
1 cup cane sugar
1 1/2 cup water
1 tsp cinnamon
1/4 tsp nutmeg
1 pinch ginger
All measurements are approximate.

Peel potatoes and cut into half inch slices.
Place potatoes into baking dish.
Melt butter in saucepan.
Add spices to melted butter.
Stir in water and sugar (may not need all the water).
Pour liquid over potatoes.

Cover with foil and bake until tender
Remove cover and continue baking until liquid is reduced by at least half.
Baste frequently with reducing liquid to glaze the potatoes.
Just before removing from oven sprinkle sugar liberally over the top of all the potatoes.
Serve.