Sweet Potato Biscuits

Some of you may not realize it but Darlington, SC is the sweet potato capital of the world.  Yup, we have a big festival uptown every October and they have many different food items you can buy that is made with sweet potatoes along with the usual festival type food.

From the kitchen of Mrs. Linda Wheeler, Statesville

2 cups sweet potatoes (cooked)
1 stick margarine
1/2 cup sugar
1 Tbsp salt
3 cups flour
3 Tbsp baking powder

Stir sweet potatoes, margarine and sugar while potatoes are still hot. Add in remaining ingredients and mix well. Roll and cut into biscuits. Bake at 425 degrees until golden brown. Serve hot with butter.