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Ladies and gentlemen, let me tell you about a recipe that’s been making my family go absolutely wild! As a busy mom who loves to experiment in the kitchen, I stumbled upon this heavenly creation that’s perfect for those lazy afternoon cravings. Trust me, your taste buds are about to go on a delicious adventure!
Introducing my Maple Bacon Bourbon Sweet Potato Casserole (yes, you read that right – we’re getting fancy here! 💁♀️)
Y’all, this isn’t your ordinary sweet potato dish. This is what happens when comfort food meets sophistication, and honey, it’s a match made in culinary heaven!
Here’s what you’ll need:
– 4 large sweet potatoes
– 6 strips of thick-cut bacon
– 1/4 cup real maple syrup
– 2 tablespoons bourbon
– 1/2 cup brown sugar
– 1/2 cup butter
– 1 teaspoon cinnamon
– 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
– 1 cup pecans, chopped
– Mini marshmallows (because why not?)
Now, let mama guide you through this magical process:
1. Peel and cube those sweet potatoes. Boil them until tender (about 15-20 minutes).
2. Meanwhile, crisp up that bacon until it’s perfect (you know what I mean – not too crispy, not too chewy). Crumble it and try not to eat it all while cooking!
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1. Drain those potatoes and mash them up with butter, maple syrup, and bourbon (a little extra bourbon never hurt nobody 😘).
2. Mix in brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg until everything’s well combined.
3. Transfer to a baking dish and top with your crumbled bacon, pecans, and marshmallows.
4. Bake at 375°F for about 25 minutes, or until those marshmallows are golden brown and gooey.
Let me tell you, when this comes out of the oven, it’s pure magic! The sweet and savory combination will have everyone asking for seconds. I served this at last week’s family gathering, and my mother-in-law actually asked for the recipe – and that’s saying something!
Pro tip: If you’re feeling extra fancy, drizzle some extra maple syrup on top right before serving. Because sometimes more is more, am I right?
This recipe serves 8-10 people, but between us girls (and guys), you might want to make extra because it disappears FAST!
Before you run off to make this amazing dish, don’t forget to follow me on Newsbreak for daily recipes that’ll make your family think you’ve been taking secret cooking classes! And pretty please, drop a comment below telling me how this recipe turned out for you – I love hearing your kitchen success stories! Did you add your own twist? Share it with our foodie family!
XOXO,
Your favorite kitchen confidante 👩🍳✨
P.S. If you managed to not eat all the bacon while cooking, you deserve a medal! 🏅
