Happy Thanksgiving!
Ron Price
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Roasted Sweet Potatoes with Maple Smoked Bacon and Beer
Looking for a great way to bring your latest homebrew to your
Thanksgiving table? These sweet potatoes—did I mention they have bacon
too—are sure to spice up your holiday table!
Ingredients
•2 large orange-fleshed sweet potatoes or Garnet yams
•olive oil to brush on the flesh
•6 strips maple smoked bacon
•1 tablespoon butter
•1 yellow onion, thinly sliced
•2 teaspoons light brown sugar
•2/3 cup homebrew
•2 tablespoons maple syrup
•freshly ground black pepper
Directions
Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a large baking sheet with aluminum foil,
for easy clean up. Wash potatoes and pat dry. Brush flesh with a
little bit of olive oil. Place flesh side down on the prepared baking
sheet.
In a large skillet over medium heat, add bacon. Cook, turning
frequently, until browned and crisp, about 6-8 minutes. Transfer to a
paper-toweled lined plate to drain. Cool completely. Chop finely,
reserving one slice for garnish.
Once the potatoes are cooked, remove from oven and cool for 5-10
minutes. Scoop out the flesh and set aside. In a large skillet over
medium-low heat, melt 1 tablespoon butter. Add sliced onions and brown
sugar; stir occasionally, until the onions caramelize and turn a deep
golden brown, about 10-12 minutes.
Add beer and cook 2 minutes. Add maple syrup. Stir well and cook 3-4
minutes. Add roasted potatoes and bacon to skillet. Stir well. Season
with freshly ground black pepper. Garnish with reserved bacon.