Creamy Sweet Potato Bites

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   Peel the sweet potato and slice into 5 mm pieces.

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   Microwave for 5 minutes at 600 W or steam.

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   While still hot, put into a pan and mash with a masher.

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   (If you don't like lumps, pass through a sieve.

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   I always leave it like this.)

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   Add the sugar and butter, and mix well while warming over a low heat.

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   Add the cream cheese and egg yolks and mix well.

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   (Save some egg yolk to use as a glaze.)

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   Form 40 to 50 g portions into a long, flat shape, and set into an aluminum cup.

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    The mixture will be soft, so use thin disposable plastic gloves or plastic wrap.

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    Preheat the oven to 180C.

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    Brush the egg yolk onto the surfaces of the potatoes.

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    Once the oven has heated up, lower the temperature to 170C, and bake for about 20 minutes.

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    They're ready.

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    Bake until the tops are golden brown.

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    (I doubled the recipe in this photo.)

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    Eat while hot or when it has cooled.

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    Serve with ice cream for a decadent dessert.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.