Roasted Yam Puree

Roasted Yam Puree

Recipe type: entree Yield: 8 Prep time: 15 mins Cook time: 1 hour Total time: 1 hour 15 mins

Fun entree made with a Bernzomatic torch

Ingredients:

6 yams, washed and dried
4 tbsp. butter, softened
½ cup cream
2 cup marshmallows, cut in half
Kosher salt
Fresh ground black pepper
Bernzomatic torch

Directions:

1. Place yams on a large uncoated cookie sheet, and using a Bernzomatic torch, toast and char all over, then roast in a 375 degree oven for 40 minutes.
2. Remove from oven and let cool for 20 minutes.
3. Peel charred skin from yams and place yam pulp in food processor.
4. Puree smooth, then place in medium sauce pot. Add butter and cream and heat puree over low to medium heat.
5. Season with salt and pepper.
6. Spoon into heat-proof serving dish, then top with cut marshmallows.
7. Toast marshmallows with Bernzomatic torch until golden brown.
8. Serve.

Published on October 15, 2015 by Teri Williams