Candied Sweet Potatoes

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.