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Mashed Sweet Potatoes

Delicious Mashed Sweet Potatoes Recipe for Creamy Comfort

Experience the joy of creamy mashed sweet potatoes, a delightful comfort food perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dinner Recipes
Cuisine: American
Calories: 198
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 3 pounds sweet potatoes
  • 1/4 cup melted butter or ghee
  • 1/4 cup milk dairy-free milk also works
  • kosher salt to taste
  • freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • finely chopped parsley optional, for garnish

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Colander
  • mixing bowl
  • hand masher
  • electric beater

Method
 

  1. Peel the sweet potatoes with a hand peeler, then slice and dice them into 1-inch to 1 ½-inch chunks.
  2. Bring a large pot of water to boil on high heat. Place the sweet potatoes into the pot and cook for 20 to 30 minutes, or until fork tender. Drain the potatoes over a colander.
  3. Place the potatoes in a large mixing bowl and mash them with a hand masher or electric beater.
  4. Pour the melted butter and milk into the mixture and continue mixing until creamy. Season with salt and pepper.
  5. Scoop the mashed sweet potatoes into a bowl, sprinkle with chopped parsley, and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 198kcalCarbohydrates: 34gProtein: 3gFat: 6gSodium: 149mgFiber: 5gSugar: 7g

Notes

Feel free to customize the recipe by adding olive oil instead of butter for a dairy-free option, or mix in spices like cinnamon and nutmeg for a unique flavor.

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