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Mashed Sweet Potatoes (Sweet or Savory)
These mashed sweet potatoes are creamy, easy, and made on the stovetop. Serve them sweet with maple syrup or savory with herbs for a perfect holiday or weeknight side dish.
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Prep Time
5
minutes
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Cook Time
10
minutes
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Total Time
15
minutes
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SERVINGS:
4
servings
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Ingredients
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4
medium
sweet potatoes
or around 2lb peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
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¼
cup
milk
warmed or plant-based milk
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3
tablespoons
unsalted butter
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2
tablespoons
maple syrup
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Salt and pepper
to taste
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Chopped pecans
as desired
For the savory version:
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Extra butter
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Freshly ground black pepper
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Desired herbs
like rosemary or thyme
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Peel and cube sweet potatoes.
Boil in water until fork-tender.
Drain and mash with milk, butter, maple syrup, salt, and pepper.
Serve sweet or savory.