6 peeled, cooked sweet potatoes
1 c. brown sugar, firmly packed
1/4 c. butter
1/4 c. water
1/2 tsp. salt
2 whole cloves (opt.)

Arrange potatoes that have been cut in half lengthwise, in an uncovered baking dish. Combine other ingredients and boil for 5 minutes. Pour over potatoes and bake in oven at 375 degrees for 45 minutes, basting occasionally. Serves 6.