Side Dishes

Sweet Potatoes with Bourbon and Maple

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A wonderful way to change up the sweet potato side.

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1 1/2 cups strong hot coffee
9 tablespoons pure maple syrup
3 tablespoons dark brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon instant espresso powder
1/3 cup bourbon
9 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
5 pounds sweet potatoes (about 8 medium), peeled, cut into 2 1/2-inch–3-inch pieces
3 tablespoons olive oil
*1/2 cup chopped smoked almonds (or toasted almonds)

*I subbed pecans
Stir together the coffee, maple syrup, sugar, and espresso powder in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat until sugar dissolves. Bring combination to a boil and cook until thickened and reduced by half,...
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Nutritions

Calories
430

Sodium
114mg
4% DV

Fat
18g
28% DV

Protein
3g
7% DV

Carbs
59g
20% DV

Fiber
7g
28% DV