Best 20 Sweet Potato Puree Recipes

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Indulge in the delectable world of sweet potato puree, a culinary masterpiece that tantalizes taste buds with its velvety texture and naturally sweet flavor. Embark on a culinary journey with our diverse collection of sweet potato puree recipes, each offering a unique twist on this classic dish. From the traditional roasted sweet potato puree, a quintessential Thanksgiving staple, to the innovative sweet potato puree with roasted garlic and thyme, a delightful blend of savory and sweet, our recipes cater to every palate.

Explore the vibrant flavors of harissa-spiced sweet potato puree, where the warmth of harissa adds a touch of North African flair. For those seeking a creamy and decadent treat, the sweet potato puree with coconut milk and lime is an absolute must-try. And for a delightful fusion of sweet and savory, the sweet potato puree with bacon and maple syrup is sure to impress.

Whether you prefer a classic preparation or an adventurous culinary creation, our sweet potato puree recipes offer endless possibilities to satisfy your cravings. So, gather your ingredients, prepare your taste buds, and embark on a culinary adventure that celebrates the versatility and deliciousness of sweet potato puree.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

SILKY SWEET POTATO PUREE



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Silky Sweet Potato Puree can be made two days in advance.

Provided by USA WEEKEND columnist Pam Anderson

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Sweet Potatoes

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 5

3 pounds whole sweet potatoes, pricked with a fork
½ teaspoon salt and freshly ground pepper, to taste
½ cup buttermilk
½ cup whole milk
6 tablespoons butter

Steps:

  • Adjust oven rack to upper-middle position; heat to 425 degrees. Place potatoes on a foil-lined pan; bake 45 to 60 minutes, until tender. Peel when cool enough to handle.
  • Puree with salt and pepper in a food processor. With motor running, gradually add milks through feeder tube, then butter. Process until silken. (Can make up to 2 days ahead; store in an airtight container.) Reheat and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 238.1 calories, Carbohydrate 35.7 g, Cholesterol 25 mg, Fat 9.4 g, Fiber 5.1 g, Protein 3.8 g, SaturatedFat 5.9 g, Sodium 322.5 mg, Sugar 8.5 g

SWEET-POTATO AND PARSNIP PURéE



Sweet-Potato and Parsnip Purée image

Categories     Milk/Cream     Food Processor     Dairy     Vegetable     Side     Christmas     Thanksgiving     Vegetarian     Root Vegetable     Parsnip     Sweet Potato/Yam     Fall     Winter     Gourmet     Pescatarian     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch pieces
4 parsnips, peeled and sliced 1/4 inch thick
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
1/4 cup whole milk
3 tablespoons packed light brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Bring a large saucepan of salted water to a boil. Add potatoes and parsnips and boil gently until tender, about 12 minutes. Drain well and transfer to a food processor.
  • Add butter and purée until smooth. Add milk, brown sugar, and salt and blend well. Season with pepper.

SWEET POTATO AND APRICOT PURéE WITH PECAN STREUSEL



Sweet Potato and Apricot Purée with Pecan Streusel image

Categories     Fruit     Side     Bake     Vegetarian     High Fiber     Casserole/Gratin     Apricot     Pecan     Sweet Potato/Yam     Fall     Gourmet

Yield Serves 6 to 8

Number Of Ingredients 7

5 large sweet potatoes (about 3 1/2 pounds)
6 ounces dried apricots (about 1 1/2 cups)
1 tablespoon granulated sugar, or to taste
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1/3 cup firmly packed light brown sugar
1 tablespoon unsalted butter, softened
2/3 cup chopped pecans (about 3 ounces), toasted lightly

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 450°F.
  • Prick potatoes and bake in middle of oven 1 1/2 hours, or until very soft. Scoop flesh into a bowl.
  • In a saucepan cover apricots by 1 inch with cold water and simmer until soft, about 30 minutes. Reserve 2 tablespoons cooking liquid and drain apricots. In a food processor puree apricots with granulated sugar and reserved liquid until smooth.
  • Add puree to potatoes with salt to taste and with an electric mixer beat until smooth. Spread mixture in a buttered 2-quart shallow baking dish. Puree may be prepared up to this point 1 day ahead and chilled, covered.
  • Reduce oven temperature to 400°F.
  • In a small bowl blend with your fingers flour, brown sugar, butter, pecans, and salt to taste until combined well and crumble over puree. Bake puree in middle of oven until heated through and streusel is bubbling, about 15 minutes.

SWEET POTATO AND APPLE PURéE



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This autumnal side dish is great for Thanksgiving, pairing tart apples and sweet potatoes, the flavors melding in the soft purée. It is also a cinch to prepare. Bake the apples and sweet potatoes until soft. Peel both and core the apples, chop and then purée until smooth and lustrous. Lime juice adds zing, yogurt adds creaminess and honey adds a note of sweetness. Melted butter? That is to enrich the texture.

Provided by Martha Rose Shulman

Categories     brunch, dinner, lunch, side dish

Time 1h45m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 pounds sweet potatoes, scrubbed
2 tart apples, such as Granny Smith or Braeburn
Juice of 1 lime
1/4 cup plain low-fat yogurt
1 to 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted (to taste)
1 tablespoon mild flavored honey, such as clover
Pinch of salt

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees. Scrub sweet potatoes and pierce in several places with a sharp knife. Pierce the apples in a few places. Line a baking sheet with foil and place the potatoes and apples on top. Bake for 40 minutes and remove the apples. Continue to bake the sweet potatoes until thoroughly soft and beginning to ooze, 5 to 15 minutes, depending on the size. Remove from the heat and allow to cool until cool enough to handle.
  • Turn the oven down to 350 degrees. Remove the skins from the potatoes. Peel and core the apples, scraping all the flesh from just inside the skins. Chop the potatoes and apples coarsely and place in a food processor fitted with the steel blade. Puree until smooth. Add the remaining ingredients and blend well. Transfer to a lightly buttered 2- or 3-quart baking dish.
  • Heat the puree in the 350-degree oven for 20 to 30 minutes, until steaming. Serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 210, UnsaturatedFat 1 gram, Carbohydrate 43 grams, Fat 3 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 3 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 140 milligrams, Sugar 16 grams, TransFat 0 grams

SWEET POTATO-PARSNIP PUREE



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A nice change from mashed potatoes. For variety, use yams instead of sweet potatoes; or rutabagas instead of parsnips. If you don't have tahini, use sesame oil

Provided by Outta Here

Categories     Yam/Sweet Potato

Time 35m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

3 medium sweet potatoes
4 medium parsnips
1 teaspoon cumin powder
1 teaspoon tahini ((or more to taste)

Steps:

  • Peel sweet potatoes and parsnips; cut into chunks.
  • Place in large saucepan and just cover with water.
  • Bring to a boil over high heat; reduce heat to medium and continue cooking until just soft, not mushy! (about 10 minutes).
  • Drain; place in food processor and puree.
  • Put puree back into saucepan; mix in the cumin and tahini (or oil) .
  • Reheat over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, for 10 minutes.
  • Serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 62, Fat 0.5, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 37, Carbohydrate 13.4, Fiber 2.1, Sugar 2.7, Protein 1.2

BOURBON SWEET-POTATO PURéE WITH BUTTERED PECANS



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Categories     Bourbon     Food Processor     Side     Bake     Thanksgiving     Vegetarian     Pecan     Sweet Potato/Yam     Gourmet

Yield Serves 8

Number Of Ingredients 6

6 pounds sweet potatoes (about 6 large)
3 tablespoons bourbon
1 stick (1/2 cup) unsalted butter, softened
2 cups pecan halves (about 8 ounces)
1 teaspoon coarse salt
2 tablespoons packed dark brown sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425°F.
  • Prick sweet potatoes with a fork and in a baking pan bake in middle of oven until tender, about 1 hour.
  • When just cool enough to handle, peel potatoes and transfer half to a food processor. Add bourbon and 6 tablespoons butter and purée 30 seconds. Transfer purée to a large bowl. Purée remaining potatoes in food processor until completely smooth and transfer to bowl. Stir purée until combined well and season with salt and pepper. Transfer purée to a 2-quart gratin dish or other shallow baking dish. Purée may be made 2 days ahead and chilled, covered. Bring purée to room temperature before proceeding.
  • Reduce temperature to 325° F.
  • In a shallow baking pan spread pecans in one layer and bake in middle of oven until fragrant, about 10 minutes. Toss hot pecans with remaining 2 tablespoons butter and coarse salt. Pecans may be made 2 days ahead and kept in an airtight container at room temperature.
  • Arrange pecans on top of purée and sprinkle with brown sugar. Bake purée in upper third of oven until heated through and pecans are slightly browned, about 30 minutes.

SWEET POTATO PURéE WITH BROWN SUGAR AND SHERRY



Sweet Potato Purée with Brown Sugar and Sherry image

Provided by Janet Fletcher

Categories     Potato     Side     Bake     Thanksgiving     Vegetarian     Sweet Potato/Yam     Fall     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 pounds medium-size red-skinned sweet potatoes (yams)
2 pounds medium-size tan-skinned sweet potatoes
10 tablespoons (1 1/4 sticks) butter, room temperature
1/4 cup (packed) golden brown sugar
5 tablespoons dry Sherry

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425°F. Pierce all sweet potatoes in several places with fork. Bake until tender when pierced with knife, about 55 minutes. Cool slightly.
  • Cut potatoes in half lengthwise. Using spoon, scoop potato pulp into large bowl. Add butter and brown sugar to potatoes. Using electric mixer, beat until smooth. Beat in Sherry. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Transfer to large saucepan. (Can be made 2 hours ahead. Let stand at room temperature.) Rewarm sweet potatoes over medium-low heat, stirring often.

GINGERED SWEET POTATO PURéE



Gingered Sweet Potato Purée image

Categories     Ginger     Side     Thanksgiving     Quick & Easy     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Sweet Potato/Yam     Winter     Gourmet

Yield Serves 2

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 medium sweet potatoes (about 3/4 pound total)
3 tablespoons milk
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
3/4 teaspoon grated peeled fresh gingerroot

Steps:

  • Peel potatoes and cut into 1-inch pieces. In a small saucepan boil potatoes in salted water to cover 15 minutes, or until very tender, and drain well in a colander.
  • In a food processor purée hot potatoes with milk, butter, and gingerroot until smooth and season with salt and pepper.

ORANGE GINGER SWEET POTATO PUREE



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This puree can be used as a filling for Stuffed Sweet Dumpling Squash, but is delicious served on its own.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Healthy Recipes     Gluten-Free Recipes

Yield Makes about 5 cups

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 1/2 pounds sweet potatoes (about 7 medium)
3 tablespoons unsalted butter, room temperature
1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
1/3 cup fresh orange juice
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
3/4 teaspoon ground ginger
2 teaspoons chopped crystallized ginger
1 teaspoon grated orange peel

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 375 degrees. Wash and dry potatoes, and prick skins with a fork in several places. Bake until potatoes are tender, about 1 hour.
  • Peel potatoes, and discard skin; transfer flesh to the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment. Mix on medium speed until smooth, about 2 minutes. Remove, and discard any stringy fibers from paddle. Scrape sides with rubber spatula.
  • Combine butter and brown sugar; mix about 30 seconds. Add remaining ingredients; mix until combined. Serve immediately.

SWEET POTATO, PUMPKIN AND APPLE PUREE



Sweet Potato, Pumpkin and Apple Puree image

This mixture of sweet potatoes, savory pumpkin and tart apples is a variation on my sweet potato puree with apples. For the best flavor, I suggest you make it a day ahead.

Provided by Martha Rose Shulman

Categories     easy, quick, side dish

Time 1h30m

Yield Makes six to eight servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 pound sweet potatoes, scrubbed
1 pound pumpkin, seeds removed
2 tart apples, such as Granny Smith or Braeburn
2 tablespoons lime juice
5 tablespoons plain Greek-style yogurt
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
2 tablespoons maple syrup
Pinch of salt
Pinch of freshly grated nutmeg

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees. Scrub sweet potatoes, and pierce in several places with a sharp knife. Pierce the apples in a few places. Line a baking sheet with foil, lightly oil the foil, and place the potatoes, pumpkin (cut side down) and apples on top. Bake the pumpkin and apples for 30 to 40 minutes, until a knife can easily be inserted right to the core of the apples (it's fine if the skin pops off the apples, or if they collapse) and the pumpkin is soft. Remove the pumpkin and apples from the oven. Continue to bake the sweet potatoes until thoroughly soft and beginning to ooze, 15 minutes or longer, depending on the size. Remove from the heat, and allow to cool until you can handle them easily.
  • Turn the oven down to 350 degrees. Remove the skins from the potatoes and pumpkin. Peel and core the apples, and scrape off any apple flesh that adheres to the skin. Chop everything coarsely, and place in a food processor fitted with the steel blade. Puree until smooth. Add the remaining ingredients, and blend well. Transfer to a lightly buttered 2-quart baking dish.
  • Heat the puree in the 350-degree oven for 20 minutes, or until steaming. Serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 138, UnsaturatedFat 1 gram, Carbohydrate 25 grams, Fat 4 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 3 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 75 milligrams, Sugar 12 grams, TransFat 0 grams

SWEET POTATO PURéE WITH GOAT CHEESE AND TRUFFLE OIL



Sweet Potato Purée with Goat Cheese and Truffle Oil image

Categories     Cheese     Dairy     Vegetable     Side     Christmas     Thanksgiving     Vegetarian     Goat Cheese     Root Vegetable     Sweet Potato/Yam     Fall     Winter     Bon Appétit     Pescatarian     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 1/2 pounds red-skinned sweet potatoes (yams), peeled, cut into 1 1/2-inch pieces
4 ounces soft fresh goat cheese (such as Montrachet), crumbled
2 tablespoons (1/4 stick) butter
1 teaspoon white truffle oil*

Steps:

  • Cook sweet potatoes in large saucepan of boiling salted water until tender, about 15 minutes. Drain. Transfer sweet potatoes to processor. Add cheese and process just until mixture is smooth. Add butter and truffle oil. Process just until blended. Season puree with salt and pepper. (Can be prepared 1 day ahead. Cover and refrigerate.) Stir puree in large saucepan over medium heat until heated through. Transfer puree to bowl and serve.
  • *Available at Italian markets, specialty foods stores and some supermarkets nationwide.

SWEET POTATO AND CARROT PUREE



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Categories     Vegetable

Yield 6 portions

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 lb sweet potatoes,
1 lb carrots
2 1/2 c water
1 tb sugar
12 tb butter
1/2 creme fraiche
1/2 tsp nutmeg
dash cayenne pepper(optional)

Steps:

  • Scrub potatoes and cut a small, deep slit in the top of each. Set on the center rack of a a preheated 375 F. oven and bake for about 1 hour, or until potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork. Meanwhile, peel and trim carrots and cut them into 1-inch lengths. Put them in a saucepan and add the water, sugar, 2 T of the butter, and salt and pepper to taste. Set over medium heat, bring to a boil, and cook uncovered until water has evaporated and carrots begin to sizzle in the butter, about 30 minutes. The carrots should be tender. If not, add a little additional water and cook until carrots are done and all loquid has evaporated. Scrape out the flesh of sweet potatoes and combine with carrots in the bowl of a food processor fitted with a steel blade. Add remaining butter and the creme fraiche and process until very smooth. Add nutmeg, and season to taste with salt and pepper. Add cayenne, if desired, and process briefly to blend. To reheat, bring to room temperature in an ovenproof serving dish and cover with foil. Heat in a preheated 350 F oven for about 30 - 40 minutes, or until steaming hot. If topping with marshmellows, broil for 5 min.

SEASONED SWEET POTATO PUREE



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Provided by Aaron McCargo Jr.

Categories     side-dish

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 cups chicken stock
2 tablespoons brown sugar
2 tablespoons sea salt, plus more for seasoning
1 tablespoon freshly cracked black pepper, plus more for seasoning
1 pinch grated nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon almond extract
3 sweet potatoes
3 tablespoons heavy cream
1 lemon, juiced\

Steps:

  • In a medium saucepan add chicken stock, brown sugar, 2 tablespoons sea salt, 1 tablespoon cracked black pepper, a pinch of nutmeg, and almond extract. Stir mixture and bring to a boil.
  • Meanwhile, peel sweet potatoes and cut into medium-sized cubes. Add to the chicken stock and cook for 15 to 20 minutes until soft.
  • Once potatoes are soft, place potatoes in a food processor. Reserve the liquid and set aside. Add heavy cream and lemon juice and blend until smooth. If too dry, add reserved potato liquid. Season with salt and pepper, to taste, and serve.

GRILLED FLANK STEAK WITH PARSLEY SAUCE, ROASTED SWEET PEPPERS AND GRILLED ONIONS AND GOAT CHEESE POTATO PUREE



Grilled Flank Steak with Parsley Sauce, Roasted Sweet Peppers and Grilled Onions and Goat Cheese Potato Puree image

Provided by Bobby Flay

Categories     main-dish

Time 2h45m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 20

1/2 cup olive oil
6 cloves garlic
1 flank steak, 2-2 1/2 pounds
Salt and freshly ground pepper
Olive oil
6 cloves garlic, peeled and thinly sliced, plus 2 cloves garlic, chopped
2 shallots, coarsely chopped
1 carrot, chopped
1 stalk celery, chopped
1 cup red wine
3 cups chicken stock
1 cup veal stock
1/4 cup chopped parsley
2 roasted red pepper, peeled, seeded and diced
1 Spanish onion, sliced, grilled and diced
1 1/4 cup heavy cream
6 ounces soft goat cheese
6 potatoes, cooked, peeled and diced and kept warm
4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
Salt and freshly ground pepper

Steps:

  • Combine the olive oil and garlic in a large shallow baking dish. Add the flank steak and turn to coat on both sides. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for 2 hours or overnight. Remove from the refrigerator 30 minutes before grilling. Heat the grill to high heat. Remove the steak from the marinade and season with salt and pepper to taste. Grill for 3 to 4 minutes on each side for rare to medium-rare doneness. Let rest 10 minutes before slicing across.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a small saute pan over medium heat. Add the sliced garlic and saute until lightly golden brown. Remove with a slotted spoon to a paper towel-lined plate. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a medium saucepan. Add the shallot, remaining chopped garlic, carrots and celery and cook until softened. Add wine and reduce by half. Add chicken and veal stock and cook until reduced by half. Strain the mixture into a clean medium saucepan. Add the toasted garlic, parsley, peppers and onion and cook for 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper and spoon over the steak.
  • Place goat cheese in a small food processor with 1/4 cup of the heavy cream and process until smooth. Rice potatoes into a large bowl. Mix in the butter and 1 cup of the heavy cream. Fold in the goat cheese mixture and season with salt and pepper to taste.

CURRIED SWEET POTATO PUREE



Curried Sweet Potato Puree image

Almond milk makes this dairy-free. The heat from the ginger and curry counter the sweetness of the potatoes, and the lime adds a bright kick at the end.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     side-dish

Time 1h15m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 medium sweet potatoes (about 1 3/4 pounds)
1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk
1/2 teaspoon curry powder
4 thin slices peeled fresh ginger
Kosher salt
1/2 lime
Toasted sliced almonds, for garnish, optional
Chopped cilantro, for garnish, optional

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Wrap each sweet potato in foil, put on a baking sheet and bake until soft, 1 hour. Let cool slightly.
  • Combine the almond milk, curry powder and ginger in a small saucepan. Bring to a boil, reduce the heat and simmer until the mixture is reduced by a third, about 5 minutes. Discard the ginger.
  • Pour any sugary juices from the sweet potato foil wrappers into a food processor. Peel the sweet potatoes and add the flesh to the food processor. Add the almond milk mixture and 1/2 teaspoon salt and puree until smooth.
  • Transfer to a serving bowl and squeeze the lime over the finished puree. Garnish with almonds and cilantro if desired and serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 178 calorie, Fat 1 grams, SaturatedFat 0 grams, Cholesterol 0 milligrams, Sodium 372 milligrams, Carbohydrate 41 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 3 grams, Sugar 8 grams

SWEET POTATO PUREE WITH MAPLE



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Here is another version of one of my favorites, great on the Thanksgiving table or at any holiday. From Real Simple Magazine November 2005.

Provided by JackieOhNo

Categories     Yam/Sweet Potato

Time 1h50m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

5 lbs sweet potatoes, unpeeled
1/4-1/2 cup maple syrup
5 tablespoons unsalted butter, at room temperature
1 cup sour cream
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 375 degrees.
  • Pierce the sweet potatoes several times with a fork and place on a foil-lined baking sheet. Bake until softened, 1-1/2 hours, depending on size; let cool.
  • Slice each sweet potato in half lengthwise. Scoop the flesh into a saucepan and discard the skins. Add the maple syrup (to taste), butter and sour cream. Using a wooden spoon or potato masher, mix until smooth. Season with the salt and nutmeg.
  • Place over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until warmed through, about 5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 389.1, Fat 13, SaturatedFat 7.9, Cholesterol 34, Sodium 326.6, Carbohydrate 64.6, Fiber 8.5, Sugar 18.8, Protein 5.1

SWEET-POTATO PUREE WITH TOASTED MERINGUE



Sweet-Potato Puree with Toasted Meringue image

Adapted from Anne Quatrano's Summerland: Recipes for Celebrating With Southern Hospitality (Rizzoli).

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dinner Recipes     Dinner Side Dishes

Time 2h35m

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 1/2 pounds sweet potatoes (about 6 medium), preferably Garnet or Jewel
1 1/2 sticks unsalted butter, room temperature, plus more for baking dish
1/3 cup maple syrup, preferably grade A
1 1/2 teaspoons ground ginger
3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground white pepper
1 3/4 teaspoons coarse salt
6 large egg whites, room temperature
1/8 teaspoon cream of tartar
1/8 teaspoon coarse salt
1 1/2 cups sugar

Steps:

  • Sweet potatoes: Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Prick each potato in several places with the tines of a fork. Bake until very soft, 1 to 1 1/2 hours, depending on size. Let stand until cool enough to handle.
  • Butter a 9-by-13-inch baking dish. Halve potatoes, scoop out flesh, and transfer to a food processor; puree until smooth. Add butter, syrup, ginger, cinnamon, nutmeg, white pepper, and salt; pulse to combine. Transfer to prepared dish, cover, and bake until hot, about 10 minutes.
  • Meringue: Meanwhile, beat egg whites, cream of tartar, and salt on low speed until frothy, about 30 seconds. Increase speed to high; beat until soft peaks form, about 1 minute. Gradually add sugar, beating until thick, glossy peaks form, about 5 minutes. Spoon meringue evenly over potatoes. Holding a small kitchen torch at a 90-degree angle, 3 inches from surface of meringue, move flame back and forth over meringue until it starts to brown. (Or broil 6 to 8 inches from heat source, about 1 minute.) Serve immediately.

SWEET POTATO PUREE



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This recipe was submitted by First Lady Laura Bush to the New York Times for an article called "America Reaches For Tradition; Giving Thanks at the President's Table", by Marian Burros, Nov. 14, 2001. I believe she said that it wasn't her creation but that it originally came from a neighbor. It has no sweetener of any kind, but you'd never guess. I've made this for Thanksgving a few times and everyone loves it. Last year, I used a sugared pecan for the topping, which went over well at dinner. If you're allergic to nuts, leave them out. It's still good. Whatever you do, don't try this with boiled or canned sweet potatoes. It really needs the baking process to bring out the sweetness and keep the puree from being soupy. I learned that lesson the hard way. Prep time doesn't include baking and cooling time for sweet potatoes.

Provided by Laura2of7

Categories     Yam/Sweet Potato

Time 45m

Yield 12-14 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

8 lbs sweet potatoes, baked (about 6 large or 8-10 medium)
1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
1/4 cup heavy cream
2 eggs, beaten
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
3/4 cup pecans, toasted and chopped

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Peel and mash sweet potatoes. (I use a food mill for this.).
  • In a large bowl, combine potatoes with butter, cream, eggs, cinnamon, vanilla, salt and 1/2 cup pecans, mixing until well blended.
  • Pour mixture into a buttered 2 1/2 quart casserole; top with remaining pecans.
  • Bake 30 minutes.
  • Note: Puree may be made a day ahead and refrigerated. Be sure to bring to room temperature before baking.
  • Additional note: To bake the sweet potatoes, pierce each potato 2-3 times with a paring knife, place directly on oven rack and bake at 350 degrees until done, about 50-60 minutes for large potatoes. Place a baking sheet on lower rack to catch drips. Allow to cool before handling. While the oven is on, toast the pecans. Spread out on a shallow pan and bake for about 10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 405.5, Fat 15.3, SaturatedFat 6.7, Cholesterol 58.1, Sodium 375.1, Carbohydrate 62.2, Fiber 9.8, Sugar 13, Protein 6.6

CURRIED SWEET POTATO PUREE



Curried Sweet Potato Puree image

Provided by Florence Fabricant

Categories     side dish

Time 1h15m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

6 medium-sized sweet potatoes, about 4 pounds, scrubbed
2 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
1 tablespoon curry powder
1 cup nonfat milk
Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 450 degrees. Prick the sweet potatoes in several places. Put them in the oven and bake them until they are tender, about 50 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, heat one tablespoon of the butter in a large, heavy saucepan, stir in the ginger and cook a minute or two. Add the curry powder, cook, stirring a minute or so longer, then stir in the milk. Heat the milk until steaming but not boiling. Remove the mixture from heat and set aside.
  • When the potatoes have finished baking, scoop the insides out of the shells and mash them by putting them through a potato ricer or by using a potato masher.
  • Reheat the milk mixture in the saucepan and transfer the sweet potato puree to the saucepan. Mix all the ingredients together and season to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Brush a 4-to-6-cup baking dish with half the remaining butter. Spread the puree in the baking dish. Dot the top with the remaining butter and sprinkle with the cinnamon. Set aside until 30 minutes before serving time. Refrigerate if the puree is made the day before.
  • Before serving, preheat oven to 350 degrees. Place the baking dish in the oven and bake for 20 minutes. Serve at once.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 183, UnsaturatedFat 1 gram, Carbohydrate 36 grams, Fat 3 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 4 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 614 milligrams, Sugar 8 grams, TransFat 0 grams

SWEET POTATO PUREE



Sweet Potato Puree image

Provided by Marian Burros

Categories     easy, side dish

Time 1h5m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 pounds sweet potatoes or yams
1 1/2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 1/2 tablespoons molasses or honey
1/8 teaspoon grated nutmeg

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Scrub potatoes, and bake on lowest rack for 45 minutes to 1 hour, until potatoes are soft.
  • Cool slightly, remove skins and mash with butter, molasses and nutmeg. Heat through, on top of the stove or in a microwave oven, and serve.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 255, UnsaturatedFat 1 gram, Carbohydrate 51 grams, Fat 4 grams, Fiber 7 grams, Protein 4 grams, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Sodium 128 milligrams, Sugar 15 grams, TransFat 0 grams

Tips:

  • Choose the right sweet potatoes: Look for firm, smooth, and unblemished sweet potatoes. Avoid any that are soft, bruised, or have sprouts.
  • Wash the sweet potatoes thoroughly: Scrub the sweet potatoes under cold water to remove any dirt or debris.
  • Prick the sweet potatoes with a fork: This will help the steam escape and prevent the sweet potatoes from bursting.
  • Cook the sweet potatoes until they are tender: You can bake, boil, or steam the sweet potatoes until they are soft enough to easily pierce with a fork.
  • Peel and mash the sweet potatoes: Once the sweet potatoes are cooked, remove the skin and mash them until smooth. You can use a potato masher, food processor, or blender.
  • Season the sweet potato puree to taste: Add salt, pepper, butter, milk, and other seasonings to taste. You can also add herbs, spices, or grated cheese.

Conclusion:

Sweet potato puree is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed in many different ways. It can be served as a side dish, used as a filling for pies and pastries, or even used as a spread for sandwiches and wraps. With its naturally sweet flavor and creamy texture, sweet potato puree is a great addition to any meal.

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