Eggnog Sweet Potatoes

I found this recipe by lisa renshaw in cooks illustrated magazine. I know my family is going to love this!!

Adjust oven rack to middle position and preheat oven to 300 f.

Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Toss egg white with toasted nuts in a bowl.

In a medium bowl , mix 2 tablespoons brown sugar with cinnamon.

Stir nut mixture into cinnamon mixture , spread on baking sheet , and bake until hardened and candy-like , about 30 minutes.

Allow mixture to cool completely , then crumble into small pieces.

Steam sweet potatoes in steamer basket set in large covered suacepan with 1 inch of boiling water until tender , about 20 minutes.

Drain.

Using electric mixer on medium speed , beat heavy cream in large bowl until stiff peaks form , and transfer to medium bowl.

Beat sweet potatoes in the now-empty bowl until very smooth.

Beat in butter , remaining 2 tablespoons brown sugar , eggnog , zest , juice , nutmeg , and salt.

Fold in whipped cream , transfer to serving bowl , top with the praline mixture , and serve.

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