Candied Yams

1. 1

   Wash yams.

2. 2

   Cover and bring to boil.

3. 3

   Boil for about 5 minutes.

4. 4

   Drain, peel and slice in half lengthwise.

5. 5

   Place the slices in a heavy 4-quart saucepan.

6. 6

   Add the sugar, spices, butter and boiling water.

7. 7

   Cook, uncovered, for 1 hour until the syrup has thickened and almost cooked away.

8. 8

   Turn the yams occasionally during the last half of the cooking time but do not stir.

9. 9

   Serve hot.

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