4 med. size sweet potato or yams
1 tsp. olive oil or butter
1/2 c. water
2 tbsp. reg. or brown sugar
Dash nutmeg
Dash cinnamon
Dash allspice
1 tsp. lemon juice
1/2 tsp. vanilla extract

Peel potatoes or yams. Slice and layer with above ingredients. Cover frying pan and simmer on medium heat. Approximate cooking time 15 to 20 minutes. 4 servings.