Description

Experience the delicious blend of tender pork meatballs and creamy sweet potato mash. This dish offers a quick and flavorful option for dinner, featuring rich bourbon-maple sauce that elevates the flavors, making it perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

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1 cup breadcrumbs
1 medium onion, grated
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1 teaspoon dried sage
1 large egg
2 tablespoons worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
1/4 cup butter
1/4 cup heavy cream
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
1/4 cup bourbon
1/4 cup maple syrup
2 tablespoons dijon mustard
1 cup chicken stock

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Instructions

In a large bowl, mix ground pork, breadcrumbs, grated onion, minced garlic, smoked paprika, dried sage, egg, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper until combined. Shape into 16 meatballs.
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the meatballs until browned on all sides, about 6 minutes, then transfer to a plate.
In a pot, add cubed sweet potatoes and cover with salted water. Bring to a boil and simmer for 12-15 minutes until fork-tender. Drain the potatoes and set aside.
Return the skillet to medium heat and deglaze with bourbon, scraping up the browned bits. Add maple syrup, Dijon mustard, and chicken stock. Simmer and return the meatballs to the skillet. Cook covered for 8-10 minutes until internal temperature reaches 160°F.
In a bowl, mash the sweet potatoes with butter, heavy cream, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt until smooth. Keep warm while preparing the sauce.
Remove the meatballs from the skillet. Whisk in cold butter into the bourbon-maple sauce off heat until glossy. Season with salt and pepper. Serve the meatballs over sweet potato mash with sauce.

Notes

For a gluten-free option, substitute breadcrumbs with gluten-free alternatives.
Adjust seasoning according to taste, especially with spices like cinnamon and nutmeg.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 670
Sugar: 10g
Sodium: 980mg
Fat: 42g
Saturated Fat: 15g
Unsaturated Fat: 20g
Trans Fat: 1g
Carbohydrates: 48g
Fiber: 6g
Protein: 26g
Cholesterol: 120mg