Step 1

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Butter a 1-1/2 quart or 8 x 8 inch baking dish; set aside.

Step 2

Peel and slice or cut cooked sweet potatoes into chunks and layer into prepared dish, seasoning with salt in between layers.

Step 3

Place water and sugars into a saucepan and bring to a boil, stirring regularly, for about 3 minutes, or until sugars are well dissolved.

Step 4

Add the spices, pepper and butter; stir in until butter is completely melted.

Step 5

Pour mixture over the sweet potatoes and gently toss to coat all of the pieces; taste and adjust for seasonings.

Step 6

Bake, uncovered, at 350 degrees F for about 35 minutes or until fork tender, basting several times using a spoon or a bulb baster, to avoid breaking up the sweet potatoes. Remove and baste again before serving.