Description
Indulge in the creamy goodness of Best Mashed Sweet Potatoes, a delightful side dish that elevates any meal with its buttery texture and aromatic herbs. This recipe combines the natural sweetness of sweet potatoes with fresh sage and rosemary, creating a flavorful mash perfect for festive gatherings or cozy family dinners. Easy to prepare and versatile, these mashed sweet potatoes pair beautifully with grilled chicken, roasted turkey, or savory beef stew. Enjoy the comforting warmth of this seasonal dish that’s as nutritious as it is delicious.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 pounds sweet potatoes
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon fresh sage (chopped)
- 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary (chopped)
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- Pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with foil.
- Prick whole sweet potatoes with a knife and bake for 45-50 minutes until soft.
- In a small saucepan, warm butter, cream, sage, rosemary, cinnamon, salt, and pepper over low heat for about 10 minutes.
- After cooling slightly, scoop out the flesh from the sweet potatoes into a pot.
- Combine the sweet potato flesh with the warmed cream mixture and mash until smooth.
- Serve immediately or garnish with melted butter and cream.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 25mg