The Galapagos Islands are a unique and remote set of islands located around 800 kilometres (500 miles) off the coast of Ecuador in the Pacific Ocean. The area was declared a Marine Reserve in 1986, as it is home to so many unique species.
How much does it cost? On average, a pound of sweet potatoes can cost anywhere from $0.50 to $1.50 per pound. Traderjoes.com, for instance, sells what they label as organic sweet potatoes for $3.99 for a three pound bag. However, the prices are slightly different in their East Coast, Midwest and Southeast stores where a three pound bag of organic sweet potatoes sells for only $3.69.
Otherwise, peel the sweet potatoes and boil for 10-15 minutes. In a large saucepan combine the water and sugar. Stir periodically until the sugar completely dissolves. Remove your sweet potatoes from their boil. Cut your sweet potatoes in large chunks.Make sure they are not so large they cannot fit in your jars. *Do not puree the potatoes, this will make them too dense to can.*. Wipe any sweet potato remnants off the openings of your jars if necessary.This must be done to ensure a proper seal. Pour your syrup (or boiling water) into the jars.n a large saucepan combine the water and sugar. Stir periodically until the sugar completely dissolves. Remove your sweet potatoes from their boil. Cut your sweet potatoes in large chunks. Make sure they are not so large they cannot fit in your jars.