Best 4 Quick And Easy Mashed Sweet Potatoes Recipes

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Mashed sweet potatoes are a classic Southern dish that is both delicious and nutritious. They are a good source of vitamin A, vitamin C, and fiber. This versatile dish can be served as a side dish, a main course, or even a dessert. The creamy texture and naturally sweet flavor of mashed sweet potatoes make them a favorite of both kids and adults.

This article provides three easy recipes for mashed sweet potatoes: a classic recipe, a roasted garlic recipe, and a cinnamon-spiced recipe. The classic recipe is a simple and straightforward way to make mashed sweet potatoes. The roasted garlic recipe adds a savory and flavorful twist to the dish. And the cinnamon-spiced recipe is a sweet and decadent way to enjoy mashed sweet potatoes.

No matter which recipe you choose, you are sure to enjoy this delicious and comforting dish.

Let's cook with our recipes!

MASHED SWEET POTATOES



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Simple mashed sweet potatoes flavored with maple syrup and butter.

Provided by RAINSPIRIT

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Sweet Potatoes

Time 55m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 4

6 sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
¾ cup milk
½ cup butter
¾ cup maple syrup

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add potatoes and cook until tender, 20 to 30 minutes.
  • With an electric mixer on low, blend potatoes, slowly adding milk, about 1/2 a cup at a time. Use more or less to achieve desired texture. Add butter and maple syrup to taste. Blend until smooth. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 352.5 calories, Carbohydrate 50.9 g, Cholesterol 43.1 mg, Fat 16.2 g, Fiber 3.3 g, Protein 2.9 g, SaturatedFat 10.2 g, Sodium 160.1 mg, Sugar 32.3 g

EASY MASHED SWEET POTATOES



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This healthy mashed sweet potato recipe has just 5 ingredients and is dinner-ready in 20 minutes. Using sweet potatoes for this classic side dish adds color to your plate along with a little sweetness and a boost of Vitamin A. With classic and simple flavors, it can easily be paired with any of your favorite dishes.

Provided by Carolyn Casner

Categories     Gluten-Free Thanksgiving Side Dish Recipes

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 ½ pounds sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
½ cup reduced-fat milk, warmed
3 tablespoons melted unsalted butter
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground pepper

Steps:

  • Bring 1 or 2 inches of water to a boil in a large saucepan fitted with a steamer basket. Add sweet potatoes and steam until very soft, 15 to 18 minutes. Transfer to a medium bowl and mash with milk, butter, salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 158.8 calories, Carbohydrate 23.9 g, Cholesterol 16.9 mg, Fat 6.2 g, Fiber 3.4 g, Protein 2.5 g, SaturatedFat 3.9 g, Sodium 266.5 mg, Sugar 5.7 g

EASY CREAMY MASHED SWEET POTATOES



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These easy mashed sweet potatoes are on the savory side, but you can add a few extra ingredients for a sweeter version. See our tips in the notes section below for our suggestions. You can simmer, bake, microwave, or use a pressure cooker to cook the sweet potatoes. Our preferred method is to simmer the potatoes since this takes a similar amount of time when using a pressure cooker and when microwaving them and less time than when using an oven. We have included the steps for cooking sweet potatoes in the oven, microwave, and pressure cooker in the article above.

Provided by Adam and Joanne Gallagher

Categories     Side Dish

Time 30m

Yield Makes 6 servings (about 5 1/2 cups)

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 pounds sweet potatoes, scrubbed clean (5 to 6 small-to-medium)
1 1/2 teaspoons fine sea salt, plus more to taste
1 bay leaf, optional or a substitute fresh thyme or rosemary sprig
3 tablespoons butter
1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon or more to taste
3 tablespoons sour cream, heavy cream, milk or half-and-half, optional
Fine herbs and fresh ground black pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Peel and cut sweet potatoes into 1-inch cubes. Add to a large pot and add enough water so that they are covered by about one inch of water. Add the salt and bay leaf.
  • Bring the water to a boil, reduce the heat to a simmer and cook until the potatoes are easily pierced with a fork, 10 to 12 minutes. Drain well, and then return the potatoes to the pot. Or if you plan to use a food processor, add them directly to the processor bowl. (A food processor makes extra silky mashed sweet potatoes.)
  • Add the butter, cinnamon, black pepper, and a pinch of salt. Mash the sweet potatoes with a potato masher until your desired consistency. If using a food processor, pulse until your desired consistency.
  • For extra creamy sweet potatoes, stir in sour cream or a splash of heavy cream, milk, or half-and-half. Serve with extra butter and chopped fresh herbs (optional) on top.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize About 3/4 cup, Calories 257, Fat 6.7g, SaturatedFat 4.2g, Cholesterol 17.4mg, Sodium 711.1mg, Carbohydrate 46.2g, Fiber 6.9g, Sugar 9.5g, Protein 4.1g

QUICK AND EASY MASHED SWEET POTATOES



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This is my favorite quick and easy recipe. For more flavor, add maple syrup.

Provided by Master Chef

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Sweet Potatoes

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 5

6 sweet potatoes
½ cup butter
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon dried basil
½ teaspoon dried thyme

Steps:

  • Place potatoes into a large pot and cover with salted water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until tender, about 20 minutes; drain.
  • Transfer potatoes to a large bowl; mash butter, garlic, basil, and thyme into the potatoes with a potato masher until smooth.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 573.4 calories, Carbohydrate 86.6 g, Cholesterol 61 mg, Fat 23.3 g, Fiber 13 g, Protein 7.1 g, SaturatedFat 14.7 g, Sodium 398.2 mg, Sugar 17.8 g

Tips:

  • For creamy mashed sweet potatoes, use a potato ricer or food mill to mash them instead of a fork or potato masher.
  • If you don't have a potato ricer or food mill, you can mash the sweet potatoes with a fork or potato masher until they are smooth.
  • To make the mashed sweet potatoes extra creamy, add a little bit of milk, cream, or butter.
  • Season the mashed sweet potatoes with salt, pepper, and other spices to taste.
  • For a healthier version of mashed sweet potatoes, omit the butter and use unsweetened almond milk instead of regular milk.
  • Mashed sweet potatoes can be served as a side dish, main course, or even dessert.

Conclusion:

Mashed sweet potatoes are a delicious, healthy, and versatile dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They are a great source of vitamins, minerals, and fiber, and they can be easily customized to suit your taste. Whether you like them creamy, chunky, savory, or sweet, there is a mashed sweet potato recipe out there for you. .

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