Mashed Sweet Potatoes with Garlic and Thyme

Name: Mashed Sweet Potatoes with Garlic and Thyme
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 20 min
Yield: 8 people, up to
Ingredients: 4 pounds sweet potatoes; kosher salt; 2 teaspoons Fresh thyme leaves; 1 garlic clove; black pepper; ¼ cup whole milk; extra virgin olive oil

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Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Servings
8 people, up to
Calories
2007 kcal
Course
Side Dish
Cuisine
American-Mediterranean Fusion

Mashed Sweet Potatoes with Garlic and Thyme

Frida Fisher

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Easy savory mashed sweet potatoes with thyme and garlic is a delicious side that works for busy weeknights or special occasions! This lighter sweet potato mash has no butter or cream, and is so easy to make vegan-friendly. Ready in under 30 minutes!

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Ingredients

Servings

4 pounds sweet potatoes, about 4 to 5 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
kosher salt
2 teaspoons Fresh thyme leaves, more for garnish
1 garlic clove, minced
black pepper
¼ cup whole milk
extra virgin olive oil

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Instructions

In a medium saucepan, put the cubed sweet potatoes and cover with cold tap water by about 2 inches. Season with about 1 teaspoon kosher salt. Bring to a boil then reduce the heat and allow the potatoes to simmer for about 15 minutes or until very tender.
Drain the potatoes well then return them back to the pot. Using a potato masher or a fork, mash the sweet potatoes until creamy.
Season with a good pinch of kosher salt. Add the thyme, garlic, milk, a good pinch of ground black pepper, and a generous drizzle of extra virgin olive oil. Toss to combine.
Transfer the potatoes to a serving bowl, and using the back of a spoon, smooth the surface a bit and garnish with some more fresh thyme. Serve!

Notes

Roast rack of lamb
Pomegranate chicken thighs
Juice garlic and herb roasted turkey breast
Beef tenderloin
Roasted branzino
You can keep the mashed sweet potatoes savory, or, if you’d like to add a little sweetness, try a drizzle of warmed honey or molasses.
Serve it with: Roast rack of lamb, Pomegranate chicken thighs, Juice garlic and herb roasted turkey breast, Beef tenderloin, Roasted branzino
Vegan option: Omit the whole milk, or replace it with unflavored, unsweetened almond milk.
How to store leftovers: Leftover sweet potato mash will keep in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
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Nutrition Information

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Calories 200.7kcal (10%) Carbohydrates 46.2g (15%) Protein 3.9g (8%) Fat 0.4g (1%) Saturated Fat 0.2g (1%) Polyunsaturated Fat 0.04g Monounsaturated Fat 0.1g Cholesterol 0.9mg (0%) Sodium 127.7mg (5%) Potassium 780.3mg (22%) Fiber 6.9g (28%) Sugar 9.9g (20%) Vitamin A 32211.7IU (644%) Vitamin C 6.4mg (7%) Calcium 80.1mg (8%) Iron 1.5mg (8%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 8people, up to

Amount Per Serving

Calories 2007 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories	200.7kcal	10%
Carbohydrates	46.2g	15%
Protein	3.9g	8%
Fat	0.4g	1%
Saturated Fat	0.2g	1%
Polyunsaturated Fat	0.04g	0%
Monounsaturated Fat	0.1g	1%
Cholesterol	0.9mg	0%
Sodium	127.7mg	5%
Potassium	780.3mg	17%
Fiber	6.9g	28%
Sugar	9.9g	20%
Vitamin A	32211.7IU	644%
Vitamin C	6.4mg	7%
Calcium	80.1mg	8%
Iron	1.5mg	8%