Description
Indulge in the warmth of Maple Pecan Sweet Potato Mash, a delightful side dish that combines sweet potatoes, pure maple syrup, and crunchy toasted pecans for a cozy dining experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds sweet potatoes
- 1/2 cup pure maple syrup
- 1 cup toasted pecans
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Prepare Sweet Potatoes: Peel and chop sweet potatoes into uniform chunks.
- Boil Until Tender: In a large pot, add sweet potato chunks and cover with water. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat and cook until fork-tender, about 15-20 minutes.
- Drain and Mash: Drain the cooked sweet potatoes and return them to the pot. Mash until smooth and creamy.
- Add Butter and Maple Syrup: Stir in unsalted butter and pure maple syrup until well combined.
- Incorporate Pecans and Spice: Add toasted pecans, ground cinnamon, and salt to taste. Fold gently into the mash.
- Serve Warm: Transfer to a serving bowl and drizzle with extra maple syrup if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup (125g)
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: For added creaminess, consider mixing in a splash of milk or cream. Feel free to substitute pecans with walnuts for a different nutty flavor.