Boniatillo

==Description==
Sweet potato paste. Makes 6 to 8 servings
==Ingredients==
* 1½ lb Cuban white sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into lg Chunks
* 2 cup water
* 2 cup sugar
* 1 cinnamon stick
* peel of 1 lime, white pith removed
* 3 large egg yolks, lightly beaten
* ¼ cup dry sherry
* ground cinnamon for garnish
==Directions==
# In a large saucepan over medium heat, boil the potatoes in lightly salted water to cover until tender, about 20 minutes. 
# Drain the potatoes and puree them in a blender or food processor fitted with a steel blade. 
# In a large saucepan over medium heat, heat the water, sugar, cinnamon, and lime peel, stirring constantly, until the syrup reaches the soft-ball stage (250 °F degrees), on a candy thermometer, about 15 minutes. 
# Reduce the heat to low, carefully remove the cinnamon and lime peel, add the pureed potatoes, and cook 6 to 8 minutes, stirring constantly, until the paste is thoroughly blended. 
# Remove from the heat, add the egg yolks, and mix well. Return to low heat for 2 to 3 minutes, stirring constantly. 
# Remove from the heat, mix in the sherry, and allow the paste to cool at room temperature 10 to 15 minutes.
# Transfer the mixture to a serving bowl or individual dessert dishes, cover, and refrigerate at least 2 hours. 
# Sprinkle with cinnamon and serve cold.
Category:Cuban Vegetarian
Category:Sweet potato Side Dish Recipes
Category:Boniato Recipes
Category:Sherry Recipes