Mashed Sweet Potatoes and Apples with Sage Butter

Directions

1. In a medium saucepan over high heat, place potatoes, apples, garlic and 8 sage leaves, covered in water. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to medium-low and cover. Simmer until the potatoes and apples are tender. This should take about 12-15 minutes. Once tender, drain and return to the pan and keep them covered.
2. In a small skillet over medium-high heat, heat the butter. Once it melts and turns a light brown, add the strips of sage. Allow them to "pop" to flavor the butter (about 1 minute).
3. Pour the sage and butter over the potatoes and apples mixture. Mash together with a potato masher. Stir in the salt and pepper and serve.