Venture back to a time when simple ingredients and cherished family recipes reigned supreme. Enter the world of Old-Fashioned Potato Candy. This nostalgic delicacy, with its roots planted deep in the early 1900s, is a testament to the magic of tradition and the innovation of home cooks.
As a child, holiday seasons at my grandmother’s were incomplete without this sweet treat. With each bite, it felt as if I were unravelling stories of old, tales of my grandmother’s culinary adventures. Using potatoes in candy? It may raise eyebrows now, but back then, it was a stroke of genius. These candies bear witness to her creativity, and today, they help me cherish those memories of yesteryears.
Old Fashioned Potato Candy Recipe
Ingredients:
1/2 cup of mashed russet potato (cooled)
6 cups of confectioner’s sugar, with some extra for dusting
1/3 cup creamy peanut butter
1 tablespoon milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
A pinch of salt
Steps to Sweetness:
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