Mashed Sweet Potatoes (Savory)


Prep Time

15 minutes

Cooking Time

20 minutes

Yields

6-8 servings

Ingredients

  • 4 pounds (2 kg) sweet potatoes
  • 4 teaspoons salt, divided
  • 1 tablespoon garlic powder
  • 1/3 cup unsalted butter(organic, pasture-raised)
  • 1/4 cup sour cream (reduced fat, organic, pasture-raised)
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 1/4 cup fresh shredded parmesan cheese, optional (organic, pasture-raised)
  • 1/4 cup milk if desired (organic, pasture-raised)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh chopped parsley optional to garnish

Directions

  • Peel and cut sweet potatoes into 2-inch cubes.
  • Place sweet potatoes in a large pot (6-quart) and cover with water by an inch. Season with 3 teaspoons salt and bring to a boil, reduce heat down to medium-low and allow to simmer until fork tender (about 15-20 minutes).
  • Drain cooked potatoes, add in the butter, sour cream, garlic, remaining salt, and parmesan.
  • Mash with a potato masher until smooth, adding milk if desired for a smoother/lighter mash.
  • Garnish with parsley, serve.

Notes

Nutrition

Calories: 386kcal | Carbohydrates: 48g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 31mg | Sodium: 704mg | Potassium: 1060mg | Fiber: 9g | Sugar: 13g | Vitamin A: 43345IU | Vitamin C: 8.5mg | Calcium: 168mg | Iron: 2mg

Credit

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