What is potato candy and how do I make it?
Potato candy used to be considered a confection for those who couldn’t afford much, but after being discovered by candy lovers everywhere, it is now ranked up there with fudge and other luscious goodies. Potato candy is easy to make but can be slightly messy. To make it less messy, cover your kitchen table in a washable tablecloth or with wax paper. Boil a medium size potato until a fork will easily puncture it. Remove from heat and drain on a paper towel. Place the hot potato in a bowl and carefully remove the potato skin. Mash the potato with a fork then allow the steam to subside somewhat. Begin adding confectioner’s sugar to the potato, stirring it in until a dough forms. Adding the sugar before the potato has cooled slightly will create a soupy mess, but waiting for the potato to cool too much will make it more difficult to combine it with the sugar. You’ll need approximately two pounds of sugar for each potato used. Stir in slowly – about a half of a cup at a time – until the mix
