Best 2 Bourbon Sweet Potatoes Yams Recipes

Bourbon sweet potatoes are a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. Whether you're looking for a side dish for your next holiday meal or a simple weeknight dinner, bourbon sweet potatoes are sure to please everyone at your table. The combination of sweet potatoes, brown sugar, butter, and bourbon creates a dish that is both sweet and savory, with a hint of smokiness. Serve bourbon sweet potatoes with a dollop of sour cream or yogurt for a complete meal.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

WHISKY (OR BOURBON) BAKED SWEET POTATOES (OR YAMS)

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This recipe is a combination of my Dad's Candied Yam recipe and one from Gourmet. I prefer the darker sweet potato (which he called a yam) over the lighter yellow sweet potato. I like to use McClelland's Highland Scotch Whisky, but you can use any whisky/whiskey/bourbon you prefer; a friend told me she even made them with rum. I've also had good luck with making them in advance; arranging them in the dish, adding the syrup, and refrigerating them until it's time to bake them. This dish smells so good while baking: like cinnamon rolls, or the steam from a hot-buttered rum. And they taste almost like a dessert (I think they end up with a firm, custard-like consistency). At my family & friends' request, I now have to make them for every Thanksgiving and holiday meal.

Provided by TigerJo

Categories Fruit

Time 2h25m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

3 lbs yams or 3 lbs sweet potatoes
1/2 cup brown sugar
1/2 cup sugar-free maple syrup or 1/2 cup regular maple syrup
1/4 cup butter
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt (optional)
1/3 cup Scotch whisky, to taste

Steps:

Grease a shallow 3qt baking dish; set aside.
Steam or boil the peeled yams until almost tender; cool and slice into approximately 1 1/2 inch slices (you want them to fit in a the 3qt baking dish in one layer).
Preheat oven to 375°F.
In a small saucepan, simmer brown sugar, syrup, butter, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, until sugar has dissolved and syrup thickens, about 5 minutes; Remove from heat and stir in whisky (or other liquor of choice).
Drizzle syrup over yams. Cover with aluminum foil (at this point, they may be refrigerated until you're ready to bake them). Bake the yams, basting every 15-20 minutes, until syrup has thickened and absorbed (note: not all the syrup will absorb), about 1 1/4 hours. May be served hot, warm, or at room temperature.

BOURBON SWEET POTATOES (YAMS)

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Made in my house for every family gathering and holiday. Possibly the most delicious thing you'll EVER eat--even if you don't like yams, which I don't.

Provided by LaLa8224

Categories Sauces

Time 50m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

8 yams
2 cups dark brown sugar
1/2 cup Bourbon
1/2 cup heavy cream
1/4 lb butter
pecans

Steps:

In a skillet, brown the pecans (can also be done in the oven).
In a big pot, boil the yams for 12 minutes with water just covering them.
After 12 minutes, drain the water and replace with ice cold water to stop the cooking--peel and slice the potatoes.
In a big pan melt the brown sugar and butter together until saucy.
Add the bourbon and optionally flambé.
Add heavy cream, blend together.
Add the sliced yams to the pan and mix around with the sauce.
Add the pecans and mix together while heating for a little bit, but not to cook the yams completely.
Pour everything into a casserole dish and heat in the oven at 375° for 25 minutes or until potatoes are cooked.

Tips:

Select the right sweet potatoes: Choose firm and evenly shaped sweet potatoes without any blemishes or cuts.
Use a sharp knife: This will help you make clean cuts and prevent the sweet potatoes from becoming mushy.
Don't overcook the sweet potatoes: They should be tender but still hold their shape.
Use a good quality bourbon: This will add a rich flavor to the dish.
Don't be afraid to experiment: You can add other spices or ingredients to the recipe to create your own unique dish.

Conclusion:

Bourbon sweet potatoes are a delicious and easy side dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They are perfect for any occasion, from casual weeknight dinners to special holiday gatherings. The combination of sweet potatoes, bourbon, butter, and spices creates a dish that is both flavorful and satisfying. So next time you're looking for a new way to prepare sweet potatoes, give this recipe a try.