1 lb. sweet potatoes (2 c.)
1 c. brown sugar
1 c. white sugar
1 tsp. lemon juice
1 c. marshmallows (opt.)
For flavor (opt.) vanilla, cinnamon, orange or pineapple extract

Boil sweet potatoes; cool, peel and mash through colander to remove strings. Cook in saucepan over low heat, adding lemon juice, sugars and marshmallows. Stir constantly until very thick. Remove from heat and cook. Add vanilla or other flavoring. Spoon candy into paper cups, dust with powdered sugar or sprinkles.