Ingredients

  • 5 large sweet potatoes (about 4 lb.)
  • 1/4 c. sugar
  • 1/4 to 1/3 c. brandy
  • 3 Tbsp. butter/margarine, melted
  • 1 tsp. salt
  • 1/2 tsp. ground nutmeg
  • 1/2 tsp. ground ginger
  • 1/8 tsp. pepper
  • 1 Tbsp. butter or margarine, melted
  • 1 Tbsp. grated orange rind
  • orange slices (for garnish)

Method

  • Cook sweet potatoes in boiling water to cover 45 minutes or until tender. Cool to touch. Peel and mash potatoes. Stir in sugar and next 6 ingredients. Spoon into a lightly greased 11 x 7 x 1 1/2-inch baking dish. Brush top with tablespoon of melted butter. Sprinkle with orange rind. Bake at 350° for 25 to 30 minutes. Garnish with orange slices, if desired. Yields 8 servings.