Rustic Mashed Sweet Potatoes
Put a spin on traditional mashed potatoes by using sweet potatoes in this easy, quick recipe.
Makes: 4-6 servings
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Recipe Created By: Mary Carter
Featured In: North Carolina Field & Family
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Recipe Created By: Mary Carter
Featured In: North Carolina Field & Family
Ingredients
- 4 medium sweet potatoes (about 2 pounds)
- ¾ cup milk
- 2-4 tablespoons butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Instructions
- Scrub and quarter sweet potatoes. Boil until soft.
- While boiling, saute garlic in butter just until fragrant. Add the milk to butter and garlic.
- Drain potatoes, and place in a bowl with all ingredients. Mash with a hand masher until creamy.