Kristin's Notes:
Expand3 pounds sweet potatoes (2 or 3 large potatoes) Ask a question about this ingredient
3 tablespoons bourbon Ask a question about this ingredient
1/2 cup mascarpone cheese Ask a question about this ingredient
1/3 cup sugar Ask a question about this ingredient
1 tablespoon maple syrup Ask a question about this ingredient
Preheat the oven to 400°F.
Ask a question about this stepLine a baking sheet with aluminum foil. Prick the potatoes with a fork and place them on the baking sheet. Bake for 1 to 1 1/2 hours, until the potatoes are tender. (If using very large potatoes, make sure they are cooked all the way through.)
Ask a question about this stepMeanwhile, to make the caramelized maple pecans, place the sugar, maple syrup and pecans in a small saucepan on a medium heat. Allow the sugar and syrup to caramelize slightly, without stirring, which will take about 15 minutes. Gently swirl the pan to spread the sugar evenly, then replace the pan on the heat to allow the sugar to caramelize completely. Carefully pour the pecans onto parchment paper or a silicone baking mat. Allow the pecans to cool and harden, then break up the mixture to separate the nuts. Set aside.
Ask a question about this stepWhen the potatoes are cool enough to handle, peel them and transfer to a food processor. Add the bourbon and mascarpone and process until the mixture is smooth.
Ask a question about this stepTransfer the potato puree to a large gratin dish or casserole dish and smooth the top. Bake in the oven for 10 to 15 minutes, until heated through. Sprinkle the caramelized pecans evenly over the top and serve.
Ask a question about this stepNot sure I ever would have thought to put mascarpone and sweet potatoes together, but this really sounds good. I think I'll give it an audition this weekend, with an eye toward the Thanksgiving feast. Thanks.
Not sure I ever would have thought to put mascarpone and sweet potatoes together, but this really sounds good. I think I'll give it an audition this weekend, with an eye toward the Thanksgiving feast. Thanks.
Not sure I ever would have thought to put mascarpone and sweet potatoes together, but this really sounds good. I think I'll give it an audition this weekend, with an eye toward the Thanksgiving feast. Thanks.
Oops....sorry for the duplicate comments, itchy trigger finger, I guess.