Pureed Sweet Potatoes With Ancho, Rum, Maple Swirl

Name: Pureed Sweet Potatoes With Ancho, Rum, Maple Swirl
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Ancho Rum Maple Syrup; 2 whole dried ancho peppers; 1 cup hot water; 1 cup grade b maple syrup; 1 spilt vanilla bean; .5 cups dark rum; Sweet potatoes; 2.5 pounds Red Garnet Sweet Potatoes (pref); 4 tablespoons Sweet butter; 1 cup whipped cream; 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice; 2 tablespoons fresh orange juice; salt & pepper to taste

Servings: persons

Ancho Rum Maple Syrup
2 whole dried ancho peppers
1 cup hot water
1 cup grade b maple syrup
1 spilt vanilla bean
.5 cups dark rum
Sweet potatoes
2.5 pounds Red Garnet Sweet Potatoes (pref)
4 tablespoons Sweet butter
1 cup whipped cream
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
2 tablespoons fresh orange juice
salt & pepper to taste

1
Toast peppers in dry pan till warm & fragrant
2
Soak in hot water to soften, remove seeds & ribs, reserve water
3
Puree maple syrup, peppers, soaking liquid, rum in blender or food processor
4
Add puree + vanilla bean in heavy bottomed sauce pan and reduce on low heat by half (if doing ahead, leave vanilla bean in untill ready to complete recipe)
5
remove vanilla bean and scrape with paring knife to get all the vanilla-y goodness back in the syrup, remove bean pod for later use ( I toss them in a jar of sugar)
6
Preheat oven to 375, roast potatoes until soft (size will determine cooking time)
7
Remove peels and place potatoes in the bowl of food processor
8
start processor and slowly add lime & orange juices, half the syrup, and then butter...the puree should be very very silky, no lumps
9
Pour puree in to large mixing bowl, reserving about 1.5 cups, fold in whipped cream adjust seasonings (salt & pepper)
10
In a separate bowl blend remaining syrup & potatoes together
11
Butter a baking dish (souffle dish is best) , Pour Sweet Potato/Whipped cream mixture in first, then Syrup potato mixture.. swirl with butter knife, skewer or spoon to highlight the color contrast
12
Bake @ 350 till warmed all the way through

799

kcal

Calories

Fat

107

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Ancho Rum Maple Syrup, 2 whole dried ancho peppers, 1 cup hot water, 1 cup grade b maple syrup, and more.

Yes, Pureed Sweet Potatoes With Ancho, Rum, Maple Swirl falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!