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Mashed Candied Sweets

By Sheila Lukins

2.5

(2)

This is easy to make and everyone loves marshmallows on top.

Recipe information

  • Yield

    Makes 8 servings

Ingredients

5 sweet potatoes (about 8 ounces each),
peeled
3/4 cup fresh orange juice
(from 1 or 2 oranges)
1/2 cup pure maple syrup
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 1/2teaspoons ground ginger
Salt, to taste
Miniature marshmallows, optional
5 sweet potatoes (about 8 ounces each), peeled
3/4 cup fresh orange juice (from 1 or 2 oranges)
1/2 cup pure maple syrup
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 1/2 teaspoons ground ginger
Salt, to taste
Miniature marshmallows, optional

Preparation

  1. 1. Cut potatoes into 1-inch pieces; cook in boiling salted water until very tender, about 15 minutes. Drain well and remove to a large bowl. While potatoes are hot, mash with the remaining ingredients (except marshmallows). 2. To serve, spoon the potatoes into an oven-to-table dish and dot with marshmallows, if desired. Reheat in a 350°F oven until warmed through, about 15 to 20 minutes.

Nutrition Per Serving

Per serving (without marshmallows): 190 calories
37g carbohydrates
2g protein
4.5g fat
10mg cholesterol
#### Nutritional analysis provided by Other
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