SWEET POTATO MASH

3 lbs sweet potatoes, peeled

4 tbsp butter, cut into pieces

1/4 cup brown sugar

1/4 cup heavy cream

1/2 tsp ground cinnamon

1/3 cup glazed pecans, chopped

Coat a 4-quart slow cooker with nonstick cooking spray.

Cut potatoes into 1-inch pieces and place in the bottom of the cooker. Add 1 cup of water to the potatoes. Place lid on cooker and cook on high about 4 hours or until tender. Drain potatoes and return to the cooker. 

Mash the potatoes using a potato masher. Stir in the butter, brown sugar, cream, cinnamon and a dash of salt (if desired).

Transfer potatoes to a serving bowl and top with the glazed pecans.

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