Mashed Sweet Potatoes
Total Time
20 mins
Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Rating
4.79 out of 5 stars
(14)
Ingredients
6
- 2 lbs sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1/4 to ⅓ cup milk
- 2 tablespoons salted butter
- 1/4 teaspoon Kosher salt or sea salt
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Preparation
Step 1
Bring a large pot of salted water to boil. Carefully add the sweet potatoes. Reduce heat to medium and cook, uncovered, for 15 minutes or until sweet potatoes are fork tender.
Step 2
Drain the sweet potatoes in a colander, shaking to remove all of the water. Place the sweet potatoes in a large bowl and add ¼ cup milk, butter, and salt. Use a potato masher or hand blender and mash the potatoes until smooth. Add additional milk, if necessary. Serve warm.
Step 3
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Chef's notes
See the post for different ways to flavor and spice up mashed sweet potatoes.
