Sweet 'Tater Cobbler

3 large sweet potatoes, uncooked
1 stick butter or margarine
1 1/2 C. granulated sugar
1/2 tsp. nutmeg
1/2 tsp. salt

Dumplings or Crust
2 C. all-purpose flour
Pinch of salt
1 T. shortening
Milk or water

Peel and slice potatoes thin; cover with water and cook until
tender. Reserve liquid for pie.
For the dumplings, mix flour, salt, shortening and enough milk
or water to make a stiff dough. Use a floured board and roll
very thin. Cut into strips.
Using a deep pan, put in half of potatoes, butter, sugar and
spices. Cover with a layer of pastry. Place remaining half of
potato mixture on top of pastry and top with another layer of
pastry. Sprinkle with sugar, nutmeg and butter (mixed together).
Use enough liquid to make juicy. Test for sweetness. Bake at
400ºF until golden.