CANDIED SWEET POTATOES

4 to 5 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cut in 1-inch cubes, about 8 to 10 cups

1 cup light brown sugar, packed

Juice and finely grated zest of 1 orange

1/4 cup honey

4 tablespoons butter

1/2 teaspoon vanilla

1 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon

Dash nutmeg

Arrange sweet potato cubes in the pot. Combine the remaining ingredients and heat in the microwave. Stir to blend and pour mixture over the sweet potato cubes. Cover and cook on 200 degrees for 6 to 8 hours, until potatoes are tender. Serves 6-8.