Mashed Sweet Potatoes
Mashed sweet potatoes are a delightful, creamy side dish that captures the essence of autumn with every bite. Their natural sweetness, enhanced by warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg, makes them a comforting addition to any meal. Perfect for gatherings or casual dinners, this recipe will impress your guests and leave them asking for seconds!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup whole milk (or heavy cream)
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar (optional)
Instructions
- Peel and cube sweet potatoes into uniform chunks (about 1-2 inches).
- Boil sweet potatoes in a large pot of cold water over high heat until fork-tender, about 15-20 minutes.
- Drain and let sit for a few minutes to dry.
- Return sweet potatoes to the pot and add butter and milk. Mash until smooth.
- Stir in cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, pepper, and brown sugar if desired. Adjust seasoning to taste.
- Serve warm, garnished with extra butter or cinnamon.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 20mg