Mashed Sweet Potatoes

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Total Time

40 mins

Prep Time

15 mins

Cook Time

25 mins

Rating

(12)

Ingredients

6-8 servings

3 pounds sweet potatoes, about 5 large or 6 medium, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
4 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into pats, plus more for serving
½ cup milk, warmed
¼ cup maple syrup
1 teaspoon sea salt, plus more for cooking the potatoes
Freshly ground black pepper
Fresh thyme leaves, optional, for garnish

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Step 1

Place the sweet potatoes in a large pot and cover with cold water by 1 inch. Stir 1 tablespoon salt into the water.

Step 2

Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce the heat to maintain a gentle boil. Cook for 10 to 15 minutes, or until the potatoes are easily pierced with a fork.

Step 3

Drain the potatoes and return to the pot. Add the butter, milk, maple syrup, salt, and several grinds of pepper. Use a potato masher to mash until smooth and well combined.

Step 4

Season to taste and serve topped with more butter and fresh thyme leaves, if desired.

Chef’s notes

For a sweeter flavor profile, skip the thyme and top the potatoes with a dusting of cinnamon.

For a more savory mash, reduce the maple syrup to 2 tablespoons and stir in 2 grated garlic cloves.

For richer mashed potatoes, fold in 1/4 to 1/2 cup sour cream.

Fold 2 teaspoons minced rosemary into the mash and garnish with fresh parsley and/or thyme.

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