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Sweet Potato Mash

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Creamy sweet potato mash made with simple ingredients. A comforting Let’s Veg recipe perfect as a side dish for everyday meals.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 283
Ingredients Equipment Cooking Instructions Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 lbs sweet potatoes peeled and cubed
  • 2 tbsp butter or olive oil
  • ¼ cup milk or plant-based milk
  • Salt to taste
  • Black pepper to taste
  • ¼ tsp cinnamon or nutmeg Optional
  • 1 tbsp maple syrup or honey Optional
  • Fresh herbs thyme or parsley, Optional

Equipment

5 Quart Pot
5 Quart Pot
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Cooking Instructions
 

  1. Place sweet potatoes in a large pot and cover with water.
  2. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 18-20 minutes, until very tender.
  3. Drain well and return potatoes to the pot.
  4. Add butter or olive oil and mash until smooth.
  5. Stir in milk gradually until desired consistency is reached.
  6. Season with salt and black pepper.
  7. Add optional spices or sweetener if using.
  8. Serve warm.

Nutrition

Calories: 283kcalCarbohydrates: 51gProtein: 4gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 2mgSodium: 131mgPotassium: 790mgFiber: 7gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 32200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 87mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Mash by hand for texture or blend for extra creaminess
Make it vegan with olive oil and plant-based milk
Great base for bowls, pies, or stuffed vegetables

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