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Creamy mashed sweet potatoes with butter and herbs, perfect for holiday dinners or cozy comfort food.

Mashed Sweet Potatoes

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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 8 servings
Calories 202 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 3 pounds sweet potatoes
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • Salt to taste
  • Ground black pepper to taste
  • Parsley finely chopped (optional for garnish)

Instructions
 

  • Begin by peeling the sweet potatoes and cutting them into 1-inch chunks.
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  • Boil a pot of water and cook the sweet potato chunks for about 20 minutes, or until they are tender when pierced with a fork.
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  • Drain the sweet potatoes and transfer them to a mixing bowl.
  • Mash the sweet potatoes with a potato masher or electric mixer until smooth.
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  • Stir in the melted butter and milk, and continue to mix until well combined.
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  • Season with salt and pepper to taste.
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  • If desired, garnish with finely chopped parsley before serving.
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Nutrition

Calories: 202kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 3gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 97mgFiber: 5g
Keyword mashed sweet potatoes, sweet potato mash
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