Description
Toasted Pecan Sweet Potato Mash is a delightful side dish combining the creamy sweetness of mashed sweet potatoes with the nutty crunch of toasted pecans. This dish not only elevates any meal but also brings warmth and comfort to your dining table. Perfect for family gatherings or holiday feasts, it’s a visually appealing recipe that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 medium sweet potatoes (about 1.5 lbs), peeled and chopped
- 1 cup toasted pecans, chopped
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp light brown sugar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Boil sweet potatoes in salted water until fork-tender, about 15-20 minutes. Drain well.
- While sweet potatoes cook, toast pecans in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 5-7 minutes until fragrant.
- In a large bowl, mash drained sweet potatoes until smooth.
- Stir in butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon while still warm.
- Gently fold in toasted pecans and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot as a side dish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiling and Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 15mg