4-5 med. sweet potatoes
1/2 c. butter
1 c. brown sugar
1/2 c. water
1/4 c. shredded coconut

Boil sweet potatoes in their jackets until tender, about 25 mins. Let cool, then peel and cut into slices 1 1/2 inch thick. In a large skillet melt butter. Stir in brown sugar and water and cook on med. heat about 5 min. Reduce heat and add sweet potatoes to skillet. Cook gently; tossing lightly until sweet potatoes are glazed. Sprinkle with coconut before serving.

Makes 8 servings.

Note: Canned yams can be used in place of sweet potatoes.