Marzipankartoffel (German Potato Marzipan)

Ingredients

¼ pound potatoes, boiled, grated and chilled
1 pound confectioners' sugar
1 pound almond paste

Directions

For the Feast of St. Nicholas

ONE
Mix potatoes, sugar to smooth paste. Add almond paste. Mix until dough becomes firm, smooth. Chill 1 hour in refrigerator.

TWO
Form marzipan into varied fruits, vegetables, flowers, using food coloring to give real appearance. Carrots and potatoes are popular for St. Nicholas Day. Dry 5 minutes in oven at 250º F. Yield, 2 pounds candy