Step 1

Drain potatoes and pat dry.

Step 2

In a large skillet cook the sugar on medium-low heat until completely melted. DO NOT STIR!

Step 3

When melted and slightly darkened around the edges, add the butter and stir until it becomes kind of a syrupy mixture.

Step 4

Add the potatoes and a little bit of water (if the mixture starts to stiffen and form lumps turn the heat up and it will melt again).

Step 5

Moving the skillet around, gently cover each potato in the mixture, continuing to cook for about 6-8 minutes.