4-5 med. sweet potatoes (or 40 oz. can yams)
1/2 butter
1/2 c. dark brown sugar
1 1/2 c. evaporated milk
1 c. raisins (optional)
2-3 tsp. cinnamon (to taste)
1/4 tsp. ground cloves
1/2 tsp. nutmeg
1 1/2 tsp. vanilla extract
Marshmallows to cover top of potatoes

Boil potatoes until well done and soft. Remove skin. If using canned yams, drain - may want to save some of juice to add to potatoes (optional). Mash potatoes well with potato masher or mixer. Blend in butter and brown sugar; add raisins, spices and flavoring. Mix well to smooth consistency. Turn into 1 1/2 quart casserole dish greased with butter. Bake at 350 degrees for 25 minutes. Cover potatoes with marshmallows. Bake for 10 minutes at 450 degrees until light brown.