Amish Sweet Potato Balls Recipes

POTATO BALLS

Steps:

• In a bowl, beat eggs. Add potatoes. Combine the flour, baking powder and salt; stir into potato mixture. , In a large saucepan or kettle, heat about 1 in. of oil to 375°. Drop mixture by heaping teaspoonfuls, four or five at a time, into hot oil. Fry 2-3 minutes or until golden brown, turning once. Watch closely since they brown quickly. Drain on paper towels. Serve immediately.

AMISH POTATO SALAD (OLD-FASHIONED RECIPE)

Steps:

• Place the potatoes in a large pot and fill it with enough salted water to cover them. Bring the water to a boil and continue to cook for 20 minutes, or until the potatoes are fork-tender. Drain and set aside to cool.
• Meanwhile, make the dressing. Whisk together the 2 eggs, sugar, cornstarch, and salt in a saucepan over medium heat. Mix in the vinegar, milk, and mustard. Continue to cook, stirring continuously for about 10 minutes, or until thick.
• Remove from heat and mix in the butter. Allow the dressing to cool in the fridge. Mix in the mayonnaise.
• Peel the potatoes, if desired. Slice them into bite-sized cubes and place them in a large bowl. Mix in the onion, celery, carrots, celery seed, and 4 hard-boiled eggs. Gently toss in the dressing. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour, better if overnight. Serve chilled and enjoy!

AIR-FRYER SWEET POTATO CHIPS

Steps:

• Place sweet potatoes in a large bowl; cover with cold water. Let stand 20 minutes. Drain; pat dry. , Preheat air fryer to 360°. In a small bowl, mix oil and seasonings; drizzle over potatoes and toss to coat., In batches, arrange sweet potatoes in a single layer on greased tray in air-fryer basket. Cook until golden brown, 15-20 minutes. , In a small bowl, beat dip ingredients until blended. Serve with chips.

AMISH POTATO SALAD

Steps:

• Place the potatoes into a large pot, and fill with enough water to cover. Bring to a boil, and cook for about 20 minutes, or until easily pierced with a fork. Drain, and set aside to cool.
• While the potatoes are cooking, whisk together 2 eggs, sugar, cornstarch, and salt in a saucepan. Stir in the vinegar, milk, and mustard. Cook over medium heat, stirring frequently, until thickened, about 10 minutes. Remove from heat, and stir in the butter. Refrigerate until cool, then stir in the mayonnaise.
• Peel the potatoes if desired, and cut into medium dice. Place in a large bowl, and toss with the onion, celery, carrots, celery seed and hard-cooked eggs. Gently fold in the dressing. Refrigerate until serving. I personally like this to sit for at least a day before serving to let the flavors blend, but you may serve it as soon as it is chilled.

SWEET POTATO BALLS

Steps:

• Mash the sweet potatoes while they are still hot and add the butter, salt and spices.
• Add the egg and continue to whip until thoroughly combined.
• Chill until firm and then form into golf ball sized piece, stuffing 2 to 3 marshmallows in center of each ball.
• Roll in the ginger snap crumbs and place on a non-stick or lightly greased baking sheet.
• Bake at 400°F for 10 to 15 minutes.