Easy Creamy Mashed Sweet Potatoes

Ultra creamy and wonderfully smooth, these mashed sweet potatoes make a versatile accompaniment to chicken, meats, and fish. They can also be flavored in different ways, with instructions included for several variations.

Mashed potatoes may be a familiar part of dinner, but they deserve more attention than they often get. Sweet potatoes bring their own flavor and texture to the table, making them a lovely alternative to traditional mashed potatoes.

The beauty of this dish is how naturally it pairs with so many main courses. The sweet potatoes are transformed into a smooth, creamy mash, with a few simple techniques helping create the softest texture.

These mashed sweet potatoes are also one of my favorite Thanksgiving recipes, especially alongside other side dishes. They fit naturally into a holiday spread while still being easy to pair with different main courses.

The recipe uses sweet potatoes, butter, milk, and salt as its base. A little fresh parsley can be added for extra color and flavor, although it’s completely optional.

For those who like to change things up, the mashed sweet potatoes can be prepared with different flavor variations. The basic recipe provides a creamy foundation that can be adapted to suit the meal.

Easy Creamy Mashed Sweet Potatoes

Easy Creamy Mashed Sweet Potatoes

Easy Creamy Mashed Sweet Potatoes
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Mashed Sweet Potatoes are easy to make with simple ingredients. They are ultra creamy and are the perfect accompaniment to chicken, meats and fish. No matter who you're serving, these mashed sweet potatoes are guaranteed to be a hit!

Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes

Ingredients

  • 3 lbs sweet potatoes
  • 1/3 cup milk
  • 5 tablespoons butter melted
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • cooking spray
  • 1 tablespoon chopped parsley optional
  • pats of butter optional

Instructions

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