Sweet Potato Praline Swirl

By teri0000

Tired of the same old marshmallows on your sweet potatoes? Set this rich, tasty side dish beside the turkey this year and introduce your family to a new favorite.

Ingredients

• PRALINE SAUCE:
• 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
• 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
• 2 eggs
• 1/4 cup packed brown sugar
• 3 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1/2 cup chopped pecans
• 1/3 cup packed brown sugar
• 1/4 cup sweetened condensed milk
• 2 teaspoons butter, melted
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Preparation

Step 1

Place sweet potatoes in a large saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and cook for 10-15 minutes or until tender.

Drain potatoes and place in a large bowl; mash until smooth. Beat in the cream, eggs, brown sugar, vanilla, cinnamon and ginger; fold in pecans.

Transfer to a greased 8-in. square baking dish. Combine sauce ingredients; spoon over potato mixture. Cut through with a knife to swirl the sauce.
Bake, uncovered, at 325° for 30-40 minutes.