Maple Mashed Sweet Potatoes
Holiday side dishes from woman's world magazine 11/23/04. i made these for christmas day and they stole the show.
Steps
In pot combine sweet potatoes with enough salted water to cover.
Over high heat bring to boil.
Cook until tender , 10 minutes.
Drain.
Return to pot.
Meanwhile , in nonstick skillet over medium-hig heat cook bacon until crisp , 6-8 minutes.
Drain on paper towels.
Crumble.
In microwave-safe bowl combine half-and-half and maple syrup.
Microwave on high until warm , 1-2 minutes.
Mash sweet potatoes with butter until smooth.
Gradually mash in maple mixture.
Stir in salt , cumin and pepper.
Reserve 1 / 4 cup bacon and 1 t.
Chives.
Stir remaining bacon and chives into potatoes.
Transfer to dish.
Top w ith bacon and chives.
Ingredients
sweet potatoes, bacon, half-and-half, maple syrup, butter, salt, ground cumin, pepper, fresh chives