Mashed Sweet Potatoes

Recipe created by SheKnows on Dec 26, 2008
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Prep: 5 min
Cook Time: 15 min
Total: 20 min
Serving: 6

When the mood strikes for a creamy, dreamy side dish, try this simple recipe for sweet potato comfort. Mashed sweet potatoes taste far more decadent than the ingredients allow.

Ingredients

1 Â½ pounds sweet potatoes (leave unpeeled for higher fiber)
⅔ cup lowfat 2% milk
Spiced Melted Butter:
2 tablespoons butter, melted
1 teaspoon cinnamon, or more to taste
1 tablespoon grated orange zest
Pinch salt
Pinch or two black pepper

Directions

In a small bowl whisk together the ingredients for the spiced melted butter.
Set aside.
Cut sweet potatoes into 1 inch pieces, place in a saucepan, cover with water and boil until very tender, about 15 minutes.
Drain well in a colander and transfer to a large bowl.
Using a potato masher or large fork, combine potatoes with milk and spiced melted butter, continue to mash until desired consistency.
For a whipped version, use a hand mixer on medium speed.
Serve immediately.