Jamaicans never tire of anything made with sweet potato. This particular pone, similar to those found in the American south, was inspired by the rich culinary heritage of Africa.
1kg (2lb) sweet potatoes, peeled and sliced 2 teaspoons light brown sugar 60g (2oz) orange juice 75 ml (2/12 fl oz) orange juice 2 large eggs, separated 125 ml (4 fl oz) dark rum 1/4 teaspoon salt
Cook the sweet potato slices in boiling water for 20 minutes or until tender. Drain them and mash with the brown sugar and butter. Stir in the orange juice. Lightly beat the egg yolks and add them to the mixture along with the rum
Preheat the oven to 175ºC/350ºF. Grease a pie plate. Beat the egg whites with the salt until stiff but not dry. Gently fold the egg whites into the potato mixture. Pour into the prepared dish. Bake for 30 minutes or until a knife inserted in the center come out clean. Serves 6-8
(Updated: 02 Jun 2004)
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