Eggnog Mashed Sweet Potatoes

This comforting side dish is creamy, perfectly sweet, and has a terrific eggnog flavor. Slideshow: More Sweet Potato Recipes

INGREDIENTS

• 1/2 cup store-bought eggnog
• 1/4 cup whole milk
• 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 3 tablespoons brown sugar
• 1/2 tablespoon ground cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 3 medium sweet potatoes (about 2 pounds), baked and skins removed
• Kosher salt
• 1/4 cup coarsely chopped toasted pecans, for garnish

HOW TO MAKE THIS RECIPE

1. In a small saucepan, simmer the eggnog with the milk, butter, brown sugar, cinnamon and vanilla until the sugar has dissolved; keep warm.
2. In a medium bowl, mash the sweet potatoes until smooth. Fold in the eggnog mixture and season with salt. Transfer to a serving bowl and garnish with pecans; serve immediately.

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