Bourbon-Gingered Sweet Potatoes

May 12, 2023May 12, 20230 13

Bourbon-Gingered Sweet Potatoes recipe

by The Chefin Side

Prep

20 min

Cook

35 min

Ready In

55 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

210

Sugar

Fat

Bourbon-Gingered Sweet Potatoes are a delicious and unique addition to any Thanksgiving dinner or holiday meal. The combination of sweet, tangy, and spicy flavors makes this dish a crowd-pleaser. It can be prepared in advance, and the addition of walnuts or pecans provides a nice crunch in every bite. Serve as a side dish with roasted meats or poultry for a hearty and satisfying meal.

Instructions

1.	Preheat oven to 350F (175C).
2.	In a medium mixing bowl, mix together the pureed sweet potatoes, Bourbon, butter, light brown sugar, fresh ginger, and salt until thoroughly combined.
3.	Transfer the mixture to a baking dish, top with walnuts, and bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes until heated through and golden brown on top.

PROS

The rich and flavorful combination of sweet potatoes, Bourbon, and ginger make this a unique and tasty side dish.

The added walnuts or pecans provide a crunchy texture to the dish.

CONS

This dish is high in carbohydrates and fat, making it less appropriate for those on a low-carb or low-fat diet.

The Bourbon flavor may be too strong for some palates.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Sweet potatoes are a rich source of dietary fiber, vitamins, and minerals.
They are known to promote gut health, boost immunity, and reduce inflammation.
The ginger in this recipe has been shown to have anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.

	3 lbs sweet potatoes , peeled , cooked and pureed
	1/4 cup Bourbon
	1 tablespoon butter , melted
	1 tablespoon light brown sugar
	1 tablespoon fresh ginger , finely chopped
	1 teaspoon salt
	8 walnuts or 8 pecan halves