Maple Bourbon Glazed Sweet Potatoes
Savor the exquisite flavors of these Maple Bourbon Glazed Sweet Potatoes. Featuring tender sweet potatoes bathed in a rich maple bourbon glaze, this dish is a delightful balance of sweet and savory elements that will elevate any meal.
Ingredients
For Glazed Sweet Potatoes | |
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| 6 | medium yams or sweet potatoes, peeled and cut crosswise into ½-inch-thick slices |
| 8 | tablespoons unsalted butter |
| 1 | cup (packed) brown sugar |
| 1⁄4 | cup maple syrup |
| 1 | teaspoon finely grated orange zest |
| 1 | teaspoon ground cinnamon |
| 1⁄2 | teaspoon ground nutmeg |
| 1⁄2 | teaspoon kosher salt |
| 1⁄4 | teaspoon ground ginger |
| 1⁄4 | cup bourbon |
| 1 | tablespoon pure vanilla extract |
Instructions
For Glazed Sweet Potatoes | |
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| 1. | Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 13 x 9-inch baking dish. |
| 2. | In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter. Combine the brown sugar, maple syrup, finely grated orange zest, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, kosher salt, and ground ginger. |
| 3. | Pour in the bourbon and ignite to flambé until the alcohol evaporates, approximately 30 seconds. Stir in the pure vanilla extract. |
| 4. | Coat the sweet potato slices with the bourbon mixture in the baking dish. Cover it with foil and bake for 30 minutes. Baste the potatoes with the bourbon glaze, re-cover, and bake for an additional 15 to 20 minutes until they are tender. Allow the dish to cool for about 10 minutes before serving. |
Published on Aug 06, 2024 by Luminița