Savory Sweet Potatoes
Creamy and savory mashed sweet potatoes are a great side dish for any holiday meal. However, They’re so quick and easy to make, and so nutritious, you’ll want to have them anytime.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 20 mins
- Total Time: 30 mins
- Yield: 6 1x
- Category: Vegetable
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 4 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed (*see above)
- 3 Tablespoons butter, room temperature
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 2–3 T ablespoons half and half
- 2 Tablespoons thyme leaves, minced (fresh, if available)
- 2 teaspoons cinnamon
- 1 teaspoons ground all-spice
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Whipped Cream Cheese Topping (optional)
- Blend 4 oz. softened cream cheese, 3 tablespoons half & half, and a dash of cinnamon with an immersion blender or hand-held mixer until light and fluffy. Store any leftovers, covered, in the refrigerator.
Instructions
- Place sweet potatoes in a large pot and cover with cold water. Bring the water to a boil and cook until potatoes are fork tender, approximately 15-20 minutes. When potatoes are cooked, drain and return to the pot. OR drain and peel, as above.
- Add butter, cream cheese, and half & half to sweet potatoes. Mash with immersion blender or hand-held mixer. For a thinner consistency, add more half & half as needed.
- Once the potatoes are smooth and light, stir in thyme leaves, cinnamon, and allspice until well blended. Season with salt and pepper, to taste.
- Serve immediately topped with a spoonful of whipped cream cheese and/or toasted walnuts (optional).
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5 oz
- Calories: 154,
- Carbohydrates: 27 grams,
- Protein: 4 grams,