Mashed Sweet Potatoes Brule

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I thought i had a brainstorm one day and improvised this, refined it and then served at thanksgiving and got very positive nods from guests. I've since learned that there are similar recipes, so i can take no credit for originality. But i did think it up on my own... My very first chef" moment."

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Steps

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Combine butter , egg nog , salt , sugar over medium heat in large saucepan.

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Stir.

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When butter is melted and well mixed , add sweet potatoes.

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Cook , covered , over low heat , stirring occasionally , until potatoes are tender , about 30-40 minutes.

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Remove from heat and mash sweet potatoes in saucepan with potato masher.

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Add vanilla extract and nutmeg.

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Mix well with wooden spoon.

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Transfer sweet potatoes to shallow baking dish or gratin , and spinkle brown sugar on top.

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Place under broiler , high heat , until sugar melts and turns turns a nice dark brown.

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Remove from heat and let stand a few minutes to let sugar harden.

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Serve.

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Ingredients

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unsalted butter, eggnog, salt, sugar, sweet potatoes, vanilla extract, nutmeg, dark brown sugar