Smoky Mashed Sweet Potato with Pecans

I go through phases of obsession with mashed sweet potato. I am not really sure why but I will all of the sudden crave it like crazy. Well this Smoky Mashed Sweet Potato with Pecans was born out of one of those weeks where I couldn’t stop eating mashed sweet potato.

I really love adding smoked paprika to sweet potatoes because the smoky and sweet compliment each other perfectly. I decided to add some toasted pecans to this recipe to add an extra layer of flavor. Sweet, smoky and nutty deliciousness!

Enjoy!

Smoky Mashed Sweet Potato with Pecans

• Author: Jessi's Kitchen
• Prep Time: 10
• Cook Time: 35
• Total Time: 45 minutes
• Yield: 4 servings 1x
• Category: Sides
• Method: Stovetop

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Ingredients

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• 2.5lbs Sweet Potato, halved
• 3 Tbsp ghee or grass-fed butter
• 1 Tbsp maple syrup
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• ½ tsp black pepper
• ½ tsp sea salt

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Instructions

1. Heat a large pot to medium high heat and boil the potatoes until soft. Approximately 35 minutes.
2. Heat a skillet to medium heat and toast the pecans for 4-5 minutes. Watch carefully so they do not burn.
3. Drain the potatoes and let cool slightly and peel the skin off the potatoes.
4. Place the potatoes in a bowl with the ghee and rest of the seasonings and mash with a hand mixer or a large fork.
5. Top with the roasted pecans and serve immediately.

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