Sweet potatoes

Sweet potatoes in praline sauce

Not sure about the amount of servings

This sauce is very rich, and you may want to save some for over ice cream.

4 large sweet potatoes, peeled and halved

Salt

1 cup granulated sugar

1/2 cup corn syrup

1/4 cup water

3/4 cup chopped pecans

3 tablespoons butter

1/4 teaspoon salt

1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Boil the potatoes in salted water until not quite tender, about 15 minutes.

Prepare the sauce by melting the sugar in a heavy saucepan over medium heat.

In a short time the sugar will begin to turn to a light golden brown.

Stir to prevent burning.

When light brown syrup is formed, immediately add the corn syrup, followed by the water.

Blend thoroughly.

Allow to cool for just a moment and then stir in the pecans, butter, salt and vanilla extract.

Place the potatoes in a greased baking dish.

Pour some of the sauce over the potatoes and bake at 375 degrees F for about 20 minutes.