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Mashed Sweet Potato Recipe

Buttery smooth mashed sweet potatoes that elevate any meal you're making. With maple syrup, cinnamon, nutmeg, butter and more, you will love the combination of sweet and savory these potatoes have to offer.
Prep Time25 minutes
Cook Time30 minutes
Total Time55 minutes
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Servings: 6
Author: Lil' Luna

Ingredients

  • 6 sweet potatoes
  • 1 cup half and half
  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 1/4 cup maple syrup
  • 1-2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp nutmeg
  • 2 tsp basil

Instructions

  • Add water to a large pot. Bring to a boil. Add cubed potatoes and cook until tender, about 20 to 30 minutes.
  • Using an electric mixer, blend potatoes on low, adding half and half a little at a time.
  • Blend in butter, syrup, spices and whip until smooth. Serve warm.

Notes

TRIED & TRUE FINDINGS:
  • DIFFICULTY: easy
  • HOW MANY DOES IT FEED: 6 servings, 55 min
  • ANY CHANGES MADE:  added nutmeg/cinnamon
  • ANY SUGGESTIONS FOR NEXT TIME: none

Nutrition

Calories: 337kcal | Carbohydrates: 37g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Cholesterol: 55mg | Sodium: 611mg | Potassium: 520mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 13g | Vitamin A: 19060IU | Vitamin C: 3.5mg | Calcium: 103mg | Iron: 0.8mg