As promised, we have another mashed potato candy today, a wonderful 1-2-3 confection. It’s one single recipe, a choice of two chocolate coatings, and it’s shared by three Forum cooks. Originally, it ...

If you love the idea of homemade holiday candy but wouldn’t know a “hard ball stage” if it rolled right past you—don’t despair! Potato candy is here to save the day. This easy, old-fashioned treat ...

Unless you’re from Pennsylvania, you’ve probably never heard of Irish potato candy. I didn’t know what they were, but assumed they were candy made from potatoes. Wrong! Irish potato candies may look ...

Use a fork to prick the potato all over. Place on a microwave-safe plate and microwave until easily pierced with a paring knife, 8 to 10 minutes, rotating halfway through. If the potato is still too ...