Brown Sugar and Bacon Mashed Sweet Potatoes
Mashed Sweet Potatoes are creamy, buttery and loaded with bacon and warm brown sugar. They are the perfect side dish for your holiday meal.
Servings: 8 servings
Ingredients
- 3 pounds sweet potatoes about 4-5 medium to large potatoes
- 1/3 cup milk
- 6 tablespoons butter
- ¼ cup brown sugar or more to taste
- ½ pound bacon
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon optional
- Kosher salt & black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Set a large pot of water on the stove to boil.
- While the water is coming to a boil, peel the sweet potatoes and dice into 2-inch chunks.
- Once the water is boiling, add a teaspoon of salt and the potatoes. Boil uncovered, until potatoes can easily be pierced with a fork; 20-30 minutes. Drain well and place potatoes back into the pot. Let sit for a couple of minutes to make sure all of the water has evaporated, then mash to desired consistency.
- While the potatoes are boiling, cook bacon in a skillet. Cook until crisp, drain on paper towels, then chop into small pieces.
- Add milk and butter to a microwave-safe dish and microwave until butter is melted. Stir in brown sugar and cinnamon.
- Pour half of the mixture into the mashed sweet potatoes and stir until combined. Continue adding the milk/butter mixture until you are happy with the consistency. Stir in bacon, reserving a small amount for garnish. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Garnish with the remaining bacon and a dash of cinnamon. Add a pat or two of butter to the top if desired.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3-5 days or in the freezer for up to 6 months. Reheat in the microwave or on the stovetop.
Nutrition
Calories: 298kcal | Carbohydrates: 34g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Cholesterol: 34mg | Sodium: 290mg | Potassium: 522mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 11g | Vitamin A: 19537IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 58mg | Iron: 1mg
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