Candied Sweet Mashed Potatoes


With thanksgiving around the corner, thought you might like a new sweet potato recipe to try. A splash of sweet sherry in them gives them wonderful flavor! No need to wait for a holiday though, try them for dinner tonight!

Steps


Heat enough salted water to cover sweet potatoes.
Add potatoes and cover.
Heat to boiling.
Reduce heat.
Boil until tender , approximately 30 to 35 minutes.
Drain.
Slip off skins and mash potatoes.
Cover to keep warm.
Mix remaining ingredients in a 10 inch skillet.
Over medium heat , cook , stirring constantly , until smooth and bubbly.
Pour mixture over mashed sweet potatoes and stir gently until heated through.
Add to skillet with sugar mixture and stir gently until potatoes are glazed.

Ingredients


sweet potatoes, light brown sugar, butter, sweet sherry, salt