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Bourbon Maple Pecan Sweet Potatoes

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings 6 servings
Calories 250
A deliciously sweet and savory side dish featuring tender sweet potatoes glazed with maple syrup and bourbon, topped with crunchy pecans.

Ingredients

Sweet Potatoes

  • 3 lb sweet potatoes (peeled and diced into cubes)
  • 3 Tbsp butter (melted or coconut oil)
  • 1/3 cup maple syrup
  • 2 Tbsp bourbon
  • 1 tsp vanilla
  • 1/2 tsp cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp nutmeg
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/3 cup chopped pecans

Instructions 

  • Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  • Peel and dice sweet potatoes, then place in a sprayed baking dish.
  • Mix maple syrup, melted butter, bourbon, vanilla, spices, and salt; pour over potatoes and toss to coat.
  • Cover with foil, bake 15 minutes, then uncover, stir, and bake another 30-35 minutes, stirring halfway.
  • In the last 10 minutes, add chopped pecans and bake until tender.
  • Let sit a few minutes, then serve warm.

Notes

For extra flavor, toast the pecans before adding.
Calories: 250kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Sweet Potatoes