Candied Yams (v)

Ingredients

• 4 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and sliced thick
• 1 C sugar
• Dash salt
• 1 tsp cinnamon or nutmeg
• ¾ stick butter (6 oz), cut into small cubes
• 2 slices lemon
• 1 tbs flour
• ¼ C water

Directions

1. Place sweet potatoes in a 9x13" baking dish, cover with salt and sugar and sprinkle over top with cinnamon.
2. Cover with cubes of butter, squeeze the lemon over top and place the rind in with the potatoes.
3. Sift flour evenly over the mixture and add water
4. Bake at 400° for one hour, basting frequently.

Chef's Notes

• From River Road Recipes
• Vegetarian as written, substitute vegan butter to make vegan