Southern Sweet Potatoes - cooking recipe

Ingredients

6 sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/4 \" slices (Red Garnet or yams)
1/2 cup water
5 cups white sugar
1/2 - 1 cup butter

Preparation

Rinse the potato slices in ample water and drain.
Place in a 2 qt covered saucepan and add the water, sugar, and butter.
Cover and simmer until very tender, about 30 minutes.
Do not stir during the cooking process.