====== Sweet Potatoes with Blue Cheese and Pecans ======
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===== Ingredients =====
  * 3 pounds sweet potatoes (about 6)
  * 3/4 cup (1 1/2 8-ounce packages) cream cheese, room temperature
  * 1/4 cup (1/2 stick) unsalted butter, cut into 1” cubes, room temperature
  * Kosher salt, freshly ground pepper
  * 1/4 cup mild blue cheese
  * 1/4 cup store-bought candied pecans
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===== Info =====
  * **Prep:** 1 hour
  * **Cook:** 15 min
  * **Serves:** 6-8
  * [[https://www.bonappetit.com/recipe/sweet-potatoes-with-blue-cheese-and-pecans|Source]]


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===== Directions =====
  - Preheat oven to 350°. Roast sweet potatoes on a rimmed baking sheet until tender, about 1 hour. Let cool slightly.
  - Remove skins and transfer sweet potatoes to a large heavy saucepan over low heat. Add cream cheese and butter. Mash until well blended and creamy. Season with salt and pepper. Stir over low heat until hot.
  - Spoon into a warm serving dish and garnish with cheese and pecans.

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