Ingredients

The following ingredients have 8 Servings
  • 2 pounds sweet potatoes
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/8 teaspoon grated nutmeg
  • rum sauce
  • 1 cup candied pecans, chopped
  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tablespoons rum

Instruction

  • Scrub sweet potatoes well and pat dry. Arrange on a baking sheet and with a fork, pierce each potato 2 or 3 times. 
  • Bake in a 400 F oven for about 45 to 50 minutes or until fork-tender. Allow to cool and then peel, discarding skins.
  • In a large bowl, mash the roasted sweet potatoes until smooth. 
  • Add brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and rum sauce. Whisk together until well combined. 
  • Transfer the mixture to a buttered baking dish. Smooth top and sprinkle with candied pecans.
  • Bake in a 350 F oven for about 30 to 35 minutes or until lightly browned and heated through.