Bourbon-Glazed Cajun Sweet Potato Casserole

Ingredients

• 4 lbs Sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
• 0.25 cup Dark bourbon
• 0.5 cup Unsalted butter, melted
• 0.5 cup Dark brown sugar
• 0.5 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
• 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 0.25 cup Heavy cream
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.5 teaspoon Kosher salt
• 2 cups Large marshmallows
• 0.5 cup Chopped pecans(optional)

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.

2. 2

   Boil the cubed sweet potatoes in a large pot of salted water for 15-20 minutes until fork-tender, then drain thoroughly.

3. 3

   In a large mixing bowl, mash the potatoes until smooth, then stir in the melted butter, bourbon, and heavy cream.

4. 4

   Whisk together the brown sugar, cayenne pepper, smoked paprika, cinnamon, vanilla, and salt in a small bowl.

5. 5

   Fold the spice mixture into the mashed potatoes until fully incorporated and the color is uniform.

6. 6

   Spread the potato mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish and smooth the top with a spatula.

7. 7

   Bake for 20 minutes, then remove from the oven and top with a layer of marshmallows and pecans.

8. 8

   Return to the oven for 5-8 minutes, or until the marshmallows are toasted to a golden brown.