Maine Potato Candy

prep time:: 10 min
total time:: 24 hr

Makes 2 pounds

ingredients

4 cups confectioners sugar
4 cups flaked coconut
3/4 cups cold mashed potatoes (without added milk or butter)
1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
1/2 tsp salt
1 pound dark candy coating

directions

In a large bowl, combine the first five ingredients. Line a 9 inch square baking pan with foil; butter the foil. Spread coconut mixture into the pan. Cover and shill overnight. Cut into 2 x 1 inch rectangles. Cover and freeze. In a microwave or double broiler, melt candy coating. Dip pars in coating; place on waxed paper to harden. Store in an airtight container.

Source: Kathy Kallok