Twice-Baked Sweet Potatoes with Browned Butter and Toasted Marshmallows

Ingredients and Weight:

• 4 medium-sized sweet potatoes (2 lbs)
• 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
• 1/4 cup (1/2 cup) light brown sugar
• 1/4 cup (1/2 cup) honey
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 egg
• 1/2 cup chopped pecans (optional)
• 1/2 cup mini marshmallows

Preparation Time:

20 minutes

Cooking Time:

1 hour 15 minutes

Cooking Difficulty Level:

2 (Easy)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Scrub sweet potatoes clean and prick with a fork. Bake for 1 hour until tender.
3. Let sweet potatoes cool slightly. Cut in half lengthwise and scoop out the flesh into a large bowl.
4. Mash the sweet potato flesh until smooth.
5. Add butter, brown sugar, honey, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, and egg. Stir until well combined.
6. If desired, stir in pecans.
7. Transfer the sweet potato mixture back into the potato skins.
8. Place on a baking sheet and bake for 15 minutes, or until heated through.
9. Sprinkle marshmallows on top and return to the oven for 3-5 minutes, or until marshmallows are golden brown.

Nutritional Information:

(Per serving)

• Calories: 350
• Fat: 15g
• Saturated Fat: 5g
• Cholesterol: 50mg
• Sodium: 150mg
• Carbohydrates: 50g
• Fiber: 5g
• Sugar: 30g
• Protein: 5g

Dish Characteristics:

• Sweet and savory
• Creamy and fluffy
• Topped with toasted marshmallows for a nostalgic touch
• Perfect for a warm and comforting dessert or side dish

User Comments:

• "The perfect balance of sweet and savory flavors."
• "The toasted marshmallows are a fun and delicious addition."
• "These are so easy to make and always a hit with guests."
• "Perfect for a Thanksgiving or Christmas dinner."
• "A great way to use up leftover sweet potatoes."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Keep an eye on the marshmallows as they toast quickly to prevent burning.
• For a more decadent version, use maple syrup instead of honey.
• If the mashed sweet potato mixture is too thick, add a splash of milk to thin it out.
• These potatoes can be made ahead of time and reheated before serving.