1/4 c. butter, melted
1 c. sugar
3 med. yams
1 tbsp. nutmeg
1 tsp. vanilla
1 1/2 c. water
1/2 tsp. cinnamon

Peel and cut yams in quarter.s Sprinkle with sugar, nutmeg, cinnamon and butter. Cover and simmer over medium heat until liquid forms a syrup. Remove from heat and serve.