Bourbon Pecan Smashed Sweet Potatoes

• medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks↗3
• butter, cut into small pieces↗2 tablespoons
• chopped pecans, a couple of handfuls1⁄2 cup
• brown sugar↗3 tablespoons
• Bourbon, use a good brand↗1 ounce
• light orange juice↗1⁄2 cup
• freshly grated nutmeg1⁄4 - 1⁄2 teaspoon
• salt and pepper

Step-by-step instructions

1. 1

   Bring a medium pot of water to a boil.

2. 2

   Add sweet potatoes and cook 12 to 15 minutes until very tender.

3. 3

   Drain sweet potatoes in a colander. Return pan to medium heat.

4. 4

   Add butter to the pan. When butter melts, add nuts and toast for 2 minutes.

5. 5

   Add sugar and let it bubble.

6. 6

   Add bourbon and cook out alcohol, about 1 minute.

7. 7

   Add orange juice and the cooked sweet potatoes. Smash with a masher and season the sweet potatoes with nutmeg, salt and pepper.