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Fluffy Mashed Sweet Potatoes

Fluffy Mashed Sweet Potatoes: Your Ultimate Comfort Side Dish

Experience the comfort of Fluffy Mashed Sweet Potatoes, a quick and versatile side dish perfect for any gathering.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Mashed Sweet Potatoes
  • 2-3 large Sweet Potatoes Choose firm ones for best results.
  • 6-8 tablespoons Butter Adjust based on your taste preference.
  • 1 teaspoon Minced Garlic Fresh garlic is ideal for robust flavor.
  • ¼ cup Sour Cream Room temperature; Greek yogurt is a healthy substitute.
  • ¼ cup Half & Half Room temperature; can be replaced with milk.
  • to taste Salt Essential for flavor enhancement.
  • to taste Pepper Essential for flavor enhancement.

Equipment

  • large pot
  • colander
  • Potato masher

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Peel and chop 2 to 3 large sweet potatoes into 2-inch pieces and place in a large pot.
  2. Fill the pot with salted water to cover the sweet potatoes by an inch and bring to a boil.
  3. Cook for 15-20 minutes until fork-tender.
  4. Drain the sweet potatoes in a colander and let sit for a minute to escape steam.
  5. Return sweet potatoes to hot pot and add 6 tablespoons of butter.
  6. Mash the sweet potatoes and butter together until creamy.
  7. Stir in minced garlic, salt, pepper, sour cream, and half & half until smooth.
  8. Serve in a bowl, optionally topped with butter or herbs.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 4gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 4gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 12000IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 0.7mg

Notes

For optimal results, ensure all dairy components are at room temperature to prevent clumping.

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