1. Preheat your oven to 375°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl, combine the ground pork, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, egg, garlic, smoked paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper. Mix until just combined.
3. Form the mixture into 1-inch meatballs and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
4. Bake the meatballs for 20-25 minutes, or until they are golden brown and cooked through.
5. While the meatballs are baking, bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Add the cubed sweet potatoes and cook until tender, about 15 minutes.
6. Drain the sweet potatoes and return them to the pot. Add milk and butter, then mash until smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
7. In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine the maple syrup, bourbon, and brown sugar. Simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened.
8. To serve, spoon the sweet potato mash onto a plate, top with pork meatballs, and drizzle with the bourbon-maple sauce. Garnish with fresh parsley.

One of my favorite memories is from the first time I made this recipe for my family. The scent of bourbon and maple wafting through the kitchen brought everyone in, eagerly waiting for the first taste. Needless to say, it was a hit!