6 ea Sweet potato
1 1/2 c Brown sugar
1 1/2 c Water, cold
1/4 t Salt
Peel the potatoes and cut in slices 1/2 inch thick. Lay in an iron skillet and add the remaining ingredients. Cover and bake at 350-F for 40 minutes. Uncover and continue baking for 30 minutes.
Source: Pennsylvania Dutch Cook Book – Fine Old Recipes, Culinary Arts Press, 1936.