Shelly's Recipe

Maple-Bourbon Mashed Sweet Potatoes

Category: Sweet Potatoes

2 pounds sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces
2 pounds yukon gold potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces
2 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
3/4 cup applesauce
2 tablespoons butter, cut up
2 tablespoons maple syrup
1 - 2 tablespoons bourbon
1/2 teaspoon salt
4 slices crumbled, crisp-cooked bacon

(1) In a 6-quart slow cooker combine sweet potatoes, Yukon gold potatoes, and broth. Cover and cook on low for 8 to 10 hours or on high for 4 to 5 hours. Use a slotted spoon to transfer vegetables to a large bowl, reserving cooking liquid.

(2) Mash vegetables until smooth, adding cooking liquid if needed to mash. Add applesauce, butter, syrup, bourbon, and salt. Mash until light and fluffy. Sprinkle with bacon before serving.