Description
A simple and comforting recipe for creamy mashed sweet potatoes, steamed to tender perfection and blended with butter, milk, and a touch of maple syrup for natural sweetness. Perfect as a side dish for any meal, with optional parsley garnish for a fresh finish.
Ingredients
Scale
Mashed Sweet Potatoes
- 3 pounds sweet potatoes (about 6 medium-sized)
- ¼ teaspoon salt, plus extra to taste
- 2 tablespoons melted salted butter
- ½ cup milk (2% recommended, or your choice)
- ¼ cup maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon finely minced parsley (optional garnish)
Instructions
- Prep Sweet Potatoes: Rinse and scrub the sweet potatoes thoroughly. Peel them and cut into 1-2 inch cubes for even cooking.
- Steam Sweet Potatoes: Place a steamer basket inside a large pot and add water just below the basket level. Add a pinch of salt to the water, then place the cubed sweet potatoes into the basket.
- Cook: Cover the pot and heat over medium-high heat until the water comes to a boil. Steam the sweet potatoes for 20-30 minutes, or until tender when pierced with a fork.
- Mash: Transfer the steamed sweet potatoes to a large bowl. Add melted butter, milk, ¼ teaspoon salt, and maple syrup.
- Whip/Mash: Use an electric mixer to whip until smooth and creamy, or mash by hand with a potato masher if preferred.
- Serve: Serve the mashed sweet potatoes immediately, optionally garnished with finely minced parsley for a fresh touch.
Notes
- Steaming the sweet potatoes helps retain moisture and nutrients better than boiling.
- Adjust the amount of maple syrup for desired sweetness.
- Milk choice can be customized to preference, including dairy-free alternatives.
- For a richer flavor, add a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg.
- Best served fresh but can be reheated gently on the stovetop or microwave.
