Mexican Potato Candies

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These sweet little bites are actually made out of potato! They taste great with candied cherries and pecans on top.

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Serving Size / Yield

24

Ingredients

2 med. white potatoes
2 C. pecans
1 C. red candied cherries
1 C. confectioners' sugar
1 tsp. ground cinnamon
1 C. granulated sugar
1 tsp. vanilla extract

Directions

Scrub potatoes but do not peel. Cut into 1-inch cubes. Chop the pecans into small pieces. Cut candied cherries in half. Mix confectioners' sugar and cinnamon in a small bowl. Put potatoes in a medium pot. Add water to cover. Bring to a boil and continue boiling until potatoes are soft. Drain off water. Press the potatoes through a ricer or put through a food mill. Mix in granulated sugar, vanilla extract, and nuts. Form balls about the size of marbles. Coat with confectioners' sugar and cinnamon mixture. Store in refrigerator until ready to serve. Put into small fluted paper cups and garnish with cherry halves and pecans.