SPICED SWEET POTATO BALLS

Spiced Sweet Potato Balls image

Provided by Bayhill

Time 1h20m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 sweet potatoes, large (about 3 pounds)
1 cup finely chopped pecans
2 tablespoons butter, softened
1 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons flour
1/4 cup brown sugar
1/4 teaspoon allspice
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/8 teaspoon nutmeg
all-purpose flour, for rolling balls in
vegetable oil

Steps:

In a large saucepan, cook sweet potatoes in boiling water to cover for 30 to 35 minutes or until tender; drain. Let cool slightly.
Peel sweet potatoes; mash potatoes in a large bowl. Add pecans, butter, salt, 2 Tablespoons flour, brown sugar, and spices. Beat at medium speed of an electric mixer until smooth.
Add some all-purpose flour to a pie plate or small bowl. Drop mixture, by rounded tablespoonfuls, into the flour; gently roll into balls.
In a Dutch oven, pour vegetable oil to a depth of 2 inches; heat to 380F degrees. Fry balls, a few at a time, 2 to 3 minutes or until golden. Drain on paper towels. Serve immediately.