Bourbon-Gingered Sweet Potatoes Recipe ๐
Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 45 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour
Servings: 8
Description:
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Thanksgiving with these Bourbon-Gingered Sweet Potatoes. This do-ahead dish perfectly balances the sweetness of sweet potatoes with the warmth of bourbon and the zing of fresh ginger. It’s an unexpected twist that will elevate your holiday feast to new heights!
Ingredients:
- 3 sweet potatoes
- 1/4 cup Bourbon
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 cup light brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 8 pecan halves
Nutrition Facts (per serving):
- Calories: 213.2
- Fat: 4.2g
- Saturated Fat: 1.2g
- Cholesterol: 3.8mg
- Sodium: 395.5mg
- Carbohydrates: 36.6g
- Fiber: 5.4g
- Sugar: 8.9g
- Protein: 3.3g
Instructions:
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Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350ยฐF (175ยฐC).
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Prepare Sweet Potatoes: Wash and scrub the sweet potatoes thoroughly. Pierce each potato several times with a fork to allow steam to escape during baking.
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Bake Sweet Potatoes: Place the sweet potatoes directly on the oven rack and bake for 45 minutes to 1 hour, or until they are tender when pierced with a fork. Remove them from the oven and let them cool slightly.
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Prepare Bourbon-Ginger Mixture: In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the grated ginger and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Stir in the brown sugar and bourbon. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the sugar is dissolved and the mixture is smooth. Remove from heat.
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Cut and Mash Potatoes: Cut each sweet potato in half lengthwise. Scoop out the flesh and place it in a large mixing bowl. Mash the sweet potato flesh until smooth using a potato masher or fork.
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Combine Ingredients: Pour the bourbon-ginger mixture over the mashed sweet potatoes. Mix well until the ingredients are fully incorporated.
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Pipe Mixture: Transfer the sweet potato mixture into a pastry bag fitted with a large star tip. Pipe the mixture into 8 large swirls in a 1 1/2 quart shallow baking dish.
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Bake Potatoes: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 30 minutes, or until the potatoes are hot and slightly golden on top.
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Garnish and Serve: Remove the dish from the oven and garnish each swirl with a pecan half. Serve hot as a delicious side dish for your Thanksgiving or Christmas feast.
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Enjoy: Indulge in the irresistible combination of flavors and textures in these Bourbon-Gingered Sweet Potatoes. Each bite is a celebration of warmth, sweetness, and holiday joy!
This recipe is perfect for preparing ahead of time, allowing you to spend more quality moments with your loved ones during the festive season. Make these sweet potatoes a part of your holiday tradition and savor the delightful flavors year after year.
