Mashed Sweet Potatoes
Crafting mashed sweet potatoes is a breeze with only four straightforward ingredients in just 40 minutes. Boil until tender, incorporate warm milk for a smooth and creamy texture, then blend in butter and maple syrup to create a delightfully sweet and uncomplicated holiday or fall side dish that the entire family will enjoy.
Ingredients
- 6 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
- ¾ cup warm 2% milk, or as needed
- ½ cup softened butter, cut into chunks
- ¾ cup maple syrup, or to taste
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add sweet potatoes, reduce the heat to medium-low, and simmer until tender, 20 to 30 minutes. Drain and transfer to a bowl.
- Mash potatoes with a potato masher. Slowly mix in 1/2 cup warm milk at a time until desired consistency is reached. Stir in butter and maple syrup until well blended and butter is melted. Serve warm.
Nutrition
Calories: 353kcalCarbohydrates: 51gProtein: 3gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 43mgSodium: 160mgPotassium: 430mgFiber: 3gSugar: 32gVitamin C: 17mgCalcium: 102mgIron: 1mg
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