DAISY KING / MISS DAISY'S MARKET
3 tablespoons butter
4 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and sliced
6 cups chicken stock
1/4 to 1/3 cup bourbon
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
mint leaf to garnish
Assemble ingredients and utensils. Heat butter in a large skillet or heavy saucepan. Add a layer of sweet potatoes and brown on both sides. Repeat the layering and browning until all potatoes are browned. Add 5 cups chicken stock and cook covered until potatoes are tender. When potatoes are tender,remove from heat and mash to a chunky texture. Blend in remaining cup of stock and stir until soup becomes a medium consistencyAdd Boourbon and bring to a boil. Season with salt and pepper. Remove from heat and serve. Yield 4-to 6 servings.
