Maryland Sweet Potato Salad

Ingredients:

2 (3-ounce) packages cream cheese, softened

2 cups miniature marshmallows

1 (20-ounce) can crushed pineapple, drain & reserve juice

2 cups cooked mashed sweet potatoes

1/2 cup granulated sugar

1/2 cup finely chopped nuts

Topping:

2 tablespoons butter

2 tablespoons flour

The reserved juice

1/2 cup granulated sugar

2 cups whipped topping

Directions:

Mix all ingredients, except topping, and spread into a greased 9 x 9 x 2-inch serving dish.

In a small saucepan melt butter, stir in flour and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly. Add reserved juice and sugar. Cook until thickened.Cool and fold in the whipped topping. Spread over potato mixture.Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.

Makes 8 to 10 servings.