Bourbon-Walnut Sweet Potato Mash

Vegetarian
Health score
13%
Bourbon-Walnut Sweet Potato Mash
45 min.
10
433kcal

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Transform your holiday gatherings or family dinners with this indulgent Bourbon-Walnut Sweet Potato Mash—a side dish that will delight your taste buds and impress your guests. This vegetarian offering combines the natural sweetness of red-skinned sweet potatoes with the rich depths of bourbon and warm spices, creating a comforting mash that elevates any meal.

Imagine the aroma of cinnamon, allspice, and nutmeg enveloping your kitchen as the sweet potatoes roast until tender, their flavor intensifying in the oven. The addition of creamy buttery goodness and a touch of pure maple syrup adds a luscious twist, while the crunchy, toasted walnuts bring a satisfying texture that harmonizes beautifully with the velvety mash.

Not only is this dish a feast for the senses, but it’s also quick to prepare. With just 45 minutes of active cooking time, you can serve up to 10 people, making it an ideal choice for family gatherings or festive occasions. Plus, you can prepare it the day before and simply warm it up when it’s time to serve. So gather around the table and experience a delightful mash that perfectly complements any entrée, leaving your friends and family craving seconds!

Ingredients

  • tablespoons bourbon 
  • 0.8 cup butter 
  • teaspoon ground allspice 
  • 1.5 teaspoons ground cinnamon 
  • 0.8 teaspoon nutmeg 
  • 0.3 cup maple syrup pure
  • pounds cubes red-skinned sweet potato (yams)
  • cup walnuts toasted chopped
  • 0.5 cup whipping cream 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • baking sheet
  • sauce pan
  • oven
  • microwave

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Roast potatoes on rimmed baking sheet until tender, 1 to 1 1/2 hours. Cool slightly. Scoop flesh into large bowl; discard skins. Mash hot potatoes until coarse puree forms.
  2. Heat cream and butter in heavy small saucepan over low heat until butter melts, stirring occasionally. Gradually stir hot cream mixture into hot potatoes. Stir in syrup, bourbon, and all spices. Season with salt and pepper. DO AHEAD: Can be prepared 1 day ahead. Cover and chill. Rewarm in microwave.
  3. Sprinkle nuts over and serve.

Nutrition Facts

Calories433kcal
Protein5.4%
Fat53.33%
Carbs41.27%

Properties

Glycemic Index
21.15
Glycemic Load
2.2
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
21.114782823169%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.32mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:433.06kcal
21.65%
Fat:26.08g
40.12%
Saturated Fat:12.31g
76.95%
Carbohydrates:45.41g
15.14%
Net Carbohydrates:38.41g
13.97%
Sugar:17.29g
19.21%
Cholesterol:50.05mg
16.68%
Sodium:179.2mg
7.79%
Alcohol:1g
100%
Alcohol %:0.54%
100%
Protein:5.94g
11.88%
Vitamin A:35473.39IU
709.47%
Manganese:1.55mg
77.48%
Vitamin C:35.88mg
43.49%
Vitamin B6:0.59mg
29.38%
Fiber:7.01g
28.02%
Potassium:950.89mg
27.17%
Copper:0.48mg
24.19%
Vitamin B2:0.34mg
20.04%
Magnesium:71.06mg
17.77%
Vitamin B5:1.72mg
17.21%
Vitamin B1:0.24mg
16.24%
Phosphorus:150.3mg
15.03%
Vitamin B3:2.86mg
14.31%
Vitamin E:1.88mg
12.54%
Calcium:105.73mg
10.57%
Iron:1.66mg
9.23%
Zinc:1.05mg
7.03%
Folate:23.54µg
5.89%
Vitamin K:6.16µg
5.86%
Selenium:1.48µg
2.12%
Vitamin D:0.19µg
1.27%
Source:Epicurious