¼cupcreamI used half and half, but heavy whipping is great too.
¼cupbacon bitsI chopped up about 8 strips for this, but it doesn’t need to be exact.
3egg yolks
2tablespoonschopped nutsI used almonds
salt and pepper
Instructions
First, peel and cut the sweet potatoes. Cook in hot water until softened enough that you can easily mash them. You can test by sticking a fork into one and seeing if you can easily break it apart while it’s still in the hot water.
Strain and place in the large bowl with the butter (the butter will melt since the potatoes will be hot).
Mash with the cream, bacon bits and egg yolks. Season with plenty of salt and pepper. Move to a pie pan and top with the chopped nuts.
Bake at 425°F for 20 to 22 minutes until the top begins to brown. Serve warm.
Notes
You can easily make the potatoes ahead up to the putting them in a pie pan. Then when you are ready (the next day), top with nuts and bake before serving.