INGREDIENTS
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4 pounds sweet potatoes or yams, (approximately 4 to 6 yams or about 12 sweet potatoes
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depending on size) peeled and cut into 1 to 1 1/2-inch chunks
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1 1/2 cups (3 sticks or 3/4 pound) butter, cut into cubes
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2 tablespoons brown sugar
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1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
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1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
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3 tablespoons pure maple syrup
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1/4 to 1/2 cup cream, as needed to achieve desired consistency
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Salt and freshly ground black pepper