Creamy yams laced with bourbon make this the perfect delicious side dish.

Bourbon Mashed Sweet Potatoes

4 cups fresh sweet potatoes (yams), cooked and mashed (about 3 1/2 pounds) or 2 (32-ounce) cans sweet potatoes, drained and mashed

1/3 cup packed light brown sugar

1/2 teaspoon Chef Paul Prudhomme’s Vegetable Magic

1/4 cup evaporated milk

2 tablespoons margarine or butter, melted

1 tablespoon bourbon

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Place all ingredients in mixing bowl and blend until creamy. Transfer to a baking dish and bake for 15 minutes or until thoroughly heated.

Makes 10 servings.

Created by Louisiana Sweet Potato Commission spokesperson, Holly Clegg.

Recipe and photograph provided courtesy of Lousiana Sweet Potato Commission.