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Brown Butter Mashed Sweet Potatoes

Brown butter adds a wonderful nutty flavor to the sweet potatoes. Finish them with fresh rosemary for a side dish that’s great any night of the week and perfect for the holidays!

Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
35 mins
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 279 kcal
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 3 pounds uncooked sweet potatoes washed, peeled and cubed
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1/3 - 1/2 cup milk of choice
  • 2 - 3 tablespoons maple syrup
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 2 teaspoon finely chopped fresh rosemary
  • Kosher salt and fresh ground black pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons toasted chopped pecans optional

Instructions

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  1. Scrub the sweet potatoes under cold water to remove any dirt or debris. Peel and cut them into approximately 1-2 inch cubes. Place the sweet potatoes in a large pot and cover them with cold water. Add a good amount of salt to the water and bring it to a boil.
  2. Once boiling, lower the heat and let the potatoes simmer uncovered until you can easily slide a fork in and out of them, about 8-12 minutes.
  3. While the sweet potatoes cook, brown the butter. Add the butter to a small saucepan over medium heat. Melt the butter stirring frequently. Continue to cook the butter until brown bits form at the bottom of the pan. It will take about 6-8 minutes. Once the butter is brown remove it from the heat.
  4. Once the sweet potatoes are tender, drain them. Over low heat, add in the brown butter, milk, maple syrup, cinnamon, and rosemary to the sweet potatoes. Season with salt and pepper and use a potato masher to mash them until your desired consistency is reached. Taste for seasoning and adjust as needed. Add additional milk for a creamier mashed sweet potato. Garnish with the chopped pecans and additional brown butter and rosemary if desired.

Nutrition Information

Calories 279kcal (14%) Carbohydrates 53g (18%) Protein 4g (8%) Fat 6g (9%) Saturated Fat 4g (20%) Polyunsaturated Fat 2g Cholesterol 16mg (5%) Sodium 135mg (6%) Fiber 7g (28%) Sugar 17g (34%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 279

% Daily Value*

Calories 279kcal 14%
Carbohydrates 53g 18%
Protein 4g 8%
Fat 6g 9%
Saturated Fat 4g 20%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2g 12%
Cholesterol 16mg 5%
Sodium 135mg 6%
Fiber 7g 28%
Sugar 17g 34%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.