Herby Smashed Sweet Potatoes

Day 1 of Winter Pairings is here in a big way! Who doesn’t love warm and cozy food to go along with a big glass of vino? And a Christmas movie perhaps? Putting together this series to set the tone for a cozy yet delicious winter & maybe some holiday ideas! Fill that glass up & get going on this favorite side dish. Cheers to settling into this warm & cozy season!

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Ingredients:

For 12 Pieces (~2 per person if using mini sweet potatoes!)

• 4-6 sweet potatoes (I used 6 minis from Trader Joes)

• 3-4 tbsp butter

• fresh rosemary sprigs (dried will work if needed!)

• 2 tbsp minced garlic

• grated parmesan cheese

• S&P

**want to make them vegan?! Use ghee as a sub for butter & nutritional yeast as a sub for the parm!

Your perfectly paired glass of Scout & Cellar red!

How To:

1. Slice sweet potatoes in half & width wise so you have 2 “cone” shape pieces per potato

2. Add potatoes to a pot of salted water, bring to a boil & boil for 20-30 minutes poking with a fork until tender

3. Strain potatoes! Stand the pieces up on a flat surface & “smash” them into patty like shapes

4. In you cast iron skillet ( or large saute pan) add 3-4 tbs butter & melt, once melted add garlic + 2-3 rosemary sprigs

5. Cook “smashed potatoes~4 mins each side until crispy

6. Remove from the stove, sprinkle with fresh parmesan cheese, pepper & additional rosemary

The Perfect Pair

Dove Hunt Dog Cab Sauv

Easy drinking everyday cab with hints of cherry & plum

Nothing better than a savory side & a beautifully paired glass of clean crafted goodness. Healthy, delicious, clean && simple. Cheers!

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