Smothered Ham with Sweetpotatoes
1 slice of smoked ham, cut into sizes for serving. 3 cups raw, sliced sweetpotatoes. 1 tablespoon butter or ham drippings. 2 tablespoons sugar. 1 cup hot water.
Brown the ham lightly on both sides and arrange it to cover the bottom of a baking dish. Spread the sliced sweetpotatoes over the ham. Sprinkle with sugar. Add the hot water and fat. Cover the dish and bake slowly at 350°F. (moderate oven) until the ham is tender. Baste the potatoes occasionally with the liquid. Brown the top well.