Maine Potato Candy - cooking recipe

Ingredients

4 c. confectioners sugar
4 c. flaked coconut
3/4 c. cold mashed potatoes
1 1/2 tsp. vanilla
1/2 tsp. salt
1 lb. dark candy coating

Preparation

In a large bowl, combine sugar, coconut, potatoes, vanilla and salt. Mix well. Line a 9-inch square pan with foil. Butter foil. Spread coconut mixture into pan. Cover and refrigerate overnight. Cut into 2 x 1-inch rectangles. Cover and freeze. Melt candy coating and dip bars. Place on waxed paper.