Recipe: Pecan Sweet Potatoes (using maple syrup, contact grill)

PECAN SWEET POTATOES

"A great addition to the Thanksgiving table, or any time of the year."

1 1/4 pounds sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 3/4-inch pieces (about 2 medium potatoes)
3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground cloves
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
3 tablespoons pure maple syrup, divided use
1/2 cup toasted pecans
1/2 teaspoon sea salt

Preheat the Cuisinart Griddler Jr. (contact grill) in the open position to high.

In a large bowl, combine the potatoes with the butter, cinnamon, cloves, ginger and 1 tablespoon of the maple syrup; toss to coat.

When the Griddler Jr. is hot, arrange the potatoes on both sides of the grill plates. Grill, turning every 4 to 5 minutes, for a total of 15 to 18 minutes, or until potatoes are tender.

Transfer the grilled potatoes to a large bowl. Toss with the remaining maple syrup, pecans and salt. Adjust seasonings if desired.

Makes 6 servings
Source: Cuisinart Griddler Jr. manual