Mashed Sweet Potatoes
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Mashed Sweet Potatoes
Description
The Mashed Sweet Potatoes recipe begins by roasting whole sweet potatoes on a greased sheet pan until soft, which preserves moisture inside while softening the flesh. After baking, the skin is removed, and the sweet potato flesh is processed with milk and melted butter to achieve a smooth, creamy consistency. Salt seasons the dish subtly. Parsley may be added for color and a mild herbal touch. The method allows a choice for texture, as you can also mash by hand for a more rustic result.
The natural sweetness of sweet potatoes is enhanced by roasting, and the addition of butter and milk enriches the flavor and texture, producing a warm, soft side that complements savory dishes. The creaminess makes it suitable for serving with meats, poultry, or vegetarian entrees.
For best results, it is recommended to select sweet potatoes of similar size to ensure even cooking. The roasting step eliminates the need to peel beforehand, as skins come off easily once cooked. This makes preparation straightforward and minimizes waste. Variations in sweet potato types, such as jewel or garnet, are possible depending on availability and preference.
Ingredients
- 3 lbs sweet potato
- 1/3 cup milk
- 5 tablespoons butter melted
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- cooking spray
- 1 tablespoon parsley optional, chopped
- butter optional, pats
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Scrub the sweet potatoes and prick them with a fork.
- Coat a sheet pan with cooking spray and arrange the sweet potatoes on the pan.
- Bake for 1 hour or until potatoes are tender. Let cool slightly then peel off the skins, or cut the potatoes in half and scoop out the insides.
- Place the potato, milk, butter and salt in the bowl of a food processor. Process until smooth and creamy. If you prefer a coarser texture, you can mash your potatoes by hand with a masher or fork.
- See post text for different flavor variation options.
- Serve, topped with pats of butter and/or parsley if desired.
Notes
- Choose sweet potatoes of similar size for uniform roasting.
- Roasting whole eliminates the need to peel in advance; skins slip off easily once cooked.
- Various sweet potato varieties like jewel or garnet can be used interchangeably.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 286 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 286kcal | 14% |
| Carbohydrates | 46g | 15% |
| Protein | 4g | 8% |
| Fat | 10g | 15% |
| Saturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Cholesterol | 26mg | 9% |
| Sodium | 407mg | 17% |
| Potassium | 782mg | 17% |
| Fiber | 6g | 24% |
| Sugar | 10g | 20% |
| Vitamin A | 32490IU | 650% |
| Vitamin C | 5.4mg | 6% |
| Calcium | 86mg | 9% |
| Iron | 1.4mg | 8% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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