Mashed Sweet Potatoes Recipe
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Ingredients
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Vegetables
Dairy
Seasoning
Method
Preparation
- 1
Peel and Cut Sweet Potatoes
Peel the sweet potatoes and cut them into even-sized cubes, about 1 to 2 inches in size to ensure even cooking.
- 2
Boil Sweet Potatoes
Place the cut sweet potatoes in a large pot, cover with water, and bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Cook for about 15-20 minutes or until the sweet potatoes are fork-tender.
Mashing
- 3
Drain and Transfer
Once cooked, drain the sweet potatoes and transfer them back to the pot.
- 4
Add Butter and Milk
Add the butter and milk to the pot with the sweet potatoes.
- 5
Mash the Sweet Potatoes
Using a potato masher or a fork, mash the sweet potatoes until smooth and creamy. Adjust the consistency with more milk if necessary.
- 6
Season the Mashed Sweet Potatoes
Stir in the salt, black pepper, and ground cinnamon. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
