Sweet Potato Cobbler Recipe: How to Make It

Ingredients

• 2 pounds sweet potatoes, peeled and sliced 1/4 inch thick
• 3-1/2 cups water
• 1-1/2 cups sugar
• 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 3/4 cup butter, cubed
• PASTRY:
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 2/3 cup shortening
• 5 to 6 tablespoons cold water
• 2 tablespoons butter, melted
• 4 teaspoons sugar
• Whipped cream, optional