Bourbon Pecan Smashed Sweet Potatoes

(from Jmblarson’s recipe box)

Source: Rachael Ray (from RecipeThing user saymyname)

Serves 4 people

Categories: Bourbon, Rachael Ray, Side Dish, Sweet Potatoes

Ingredients

  • 3 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks
  • 2 tablespoons butter, cut into small pieces
  • 1/2 cup chopped pecans, a couple of handfuls
  • 3 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 ounce bourbon, use a good brand
  • 1/2 cup light orange juice
  • 1/4-1/2 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
  • salt and pepper

Directions

  1. Bring a medium pot of water to a boil.

  2. Add sweet potatoes and cook 12 to 15 minutes until very tender.

  3. Drain sweet potatoes in a colander. Return pan to medium heat.

  4. Add butter to the pan. When butter melts, add nuts and toast for 2 minutes.

  5. Add sugar and let it bubble.

  6. Add bourbon and cook out alcohol, about 1 minute.

  7. Add orange juice and the cooked sweet potatoes. Smash with a masher and season the sweet potatoes with nutmeg, salt and pepper.

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