TANGERINE MASHED SWEET POTATOES
4 pounds sweet potatoes
1 stick butter, at room temperature
1/3 cup orange liqueur
Grated zest of 2 oranges
1/2 cup tangerine juice or orange juice
1/4 cup firmly packed light brown sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 tablespoon freshly grated ginger root
1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom
1/2 teaspoon cumin
Scrub potatoes and place in a large saucepan. Cover with water. Bring to boil over medium heat; lower heat. Simmer 30 minutes or until just tender, drain. Peel when cooled.
Butter a 6-cup baking casserole dish. Place potatoes in large bowl, mash with potato masher. Add remaining ingredients. Beat until smooth with an electric beater. Spoon into dish.
Bake in a 350 degree oven for 30 minutes until top is golden. Garnish with zest.
Serves 8.
Source: Ted Miller