Candied Sweet Potatoes - cooking recipe

Ingredients

3 to 3 1/2 lb. sweet potatoes
1 stick butter or margarine
1 1/2 c. light brown sugar
1/2 tsp. cinnamon
1 tsp. salt
1/2 c. maple flavored syrup
1/2 c. water

Preparation

Peel potatoes and slice lengthwise 3/8 to 1/2-inch thick.
Melt butter in large, heavy skillet.
Add potatoes, lightly browning all on both sides.
Sprinkle sugar, cinnamon and salt over potatoes, then drizzle with syrup.
Add water; gently fold all ingredients together.
Cover skillet and simmer over low heat for 20 to 30 minutes.