Bourbon Mashed Sweet Potatoes with Spiced Pecans

Transform your traditional whipped sweet potato dish this Thanksgiving by adding a splash of bourbon and a sprinkle of toasted spiced pecans. This delightful twist will elevate your side, creating a taste experience that your guests won’t forget!

Serves 8-10

Ingredients:

6 sweet potatoes (4 pounds)
6 tablespoons of clarified butter/ghee divided, plus more for the dish. (Vegans – use plant butter)
1/4 cup bourbon whiskey OR 2 teaspoons bourbon whiskey extract and 1/4 cup water
4 tablespoons real maple syrup OR coconut sugar
1 cup pecans, chopped
3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Sea salt

Directions:

Preheat oven to 400°F.
Roast potatoes on a rimmed baking sheet until a knife easily inserts into the centers, about 1 hour.
Cool enough to handle, then remove and discard skins.
Reduce oven temperature to 375°F.
Lightly butter a 2-quart baking dish.
In a bowl, mash together the sweet potatoes, bourbon, 2 tablespoons of clarified butter, and 1 tablespoon of maple syrup.
Season with salt and transfer to the prepared baking dish.
In a separate bowl, combine pecans, cinnamon, and the remaining 4 tablespoons of clarified butter and 3 tablespoons of maple syrup.
Sprinkle the nut mixture over the potatoes.
Bake until bubbly and warmed through, about 30-35 minutes.