Description
Creamy mashed sweet potatoes are a delightful addition to your Thanksgiving feast, blending buttery richness with warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg. This easy-to-make side dish is not only visually appealing with its vibrant orange hue but also incredibly comforting, making it a favorite among family and friends. With just the right balance of sweetness and creaminess, these mashed sweet potatoes will have everyone reaching for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium sweet potatoes (about 1 lb)
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half)
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- Salt to taste
- Freshly cracked black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Peel and cube the sweet potatoes into even pieces.
- Boil the cubed sweet potatoes in salted water until fork-tender, about 15-20 minutes.
- Drain and steam dry briefly in a colander.
- Return the sweet potatoes to the pot over low heat; add butter and heavy cream, mashing until smooth.
- Season with cinnamon, salt, and pepper to taste.
- Serve warm, garnished with extra butter or fresh herbs if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup (120g)
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg