Drunken Sweet Potato Casserole

My variation on sweet potato casserole for the holidays.

• Ready In: 45 mins
• Serves: 6

Ingredients

• 2  lbs sweet potatoes or 2  lbs  cut  yams, canned
• 1⁄4 cup brown sugar, packed
• 1⁄4 cup pure maple syrup
• 2 -3  tablespoons cognac or 2 -3  tablespoons brandy
• 1⁄4 cup  roughly chopped pecans
•  miniature marshmallow, to put on top (optional)

Directions

1. Spray 2-quart casserole dish with non-stick cooking spray. Heat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
2. Mix brown sugar, maple syrup, and cognac in small saucepan. Heat over medium to medium-high heat until bubbly. Stir and cook for 1-2 minutes until thickened slightly.
3. Drain sweet potatoes and place in prepared 2-quart casserole dish.
4. Pour sauce from saucepan over sweet potatoes and mix gently to coat. Sprinkle with pecans. Sprinkle with marshmallows if desired.
5. Bake for 30-40 minutes or until sauce is thick and bubbly and marshmallows (if using) are lightly browned.