Savory Mashed Sweet Potatoes
Bring some excitement to the dinner table with this easy recipe for my savory Bourbon-Maple Mashed Sweet Potatoes! Their vibrant orange color, creamy texture and delicious fall flavor make this simple, quick side dish a welcome addition to any dinner, especially for the holidays.
Servings: 8 Servings
Calories: 239kcal
Equipment
- Stock Pot
- Potato Masher or Hand Mixer
Ingredients
- ⅓ cup Whole Milk or non dairy alternative
- 4 Tablespoons Unsalted Butter
- 1 Thyme Sprig
- 1 Rosemary Sprig
- 3 pounds Sweet Potatoes about 4 large sweet potatoes
- 2 Tablespoons Kosher Salt
- ¼ cup Maple Syrup
- 2 Tablespoons Bourbon
- ¼ teaspoon Nutmeg
- ¼ teaspoon Cinnamon
- Extra butter for serving
Instructions
- First off, infuse your milk and butter with herbs. Warm your milk to a light simmer. Add the thyme and rosemary and allow to infuse for 30-60 minutes. Strain and discard the herbs, before using.⅓ cup Whole Milk, 1 Thyme Sprig, 1 Rosemary Sprig, 4 Tablespoons Unsalted Butter
- Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Meanwhile, peel and cut the sweet potatoes into 1 inch cubes. Once the water has come to a boil, add the sweet potatoes and cook until tender, about 20-30 minutes.2 Tablespoons Kosher Salt, 3 pounds Sweet Potatoes
- Drain the potatoes and place them in a medium sized bowl. Using a potato masher or a hand mixer, mix the potatoes until smooth.
- Slowly pour the infused milk into the potatoes while mixing. Then follow with the remaining ingredients!¼ cup Maple Syrup, 2 Tablespoons Bourbon, ¼ teaspoon Nutmeg, ¼ teaspoon Cinnamon, Extra butter for serving
Notes
Frequently Asked Questions
- Can you freeze mashed sweet potatoes? Absolutely, here's what I've found to be the best method! After you’ve mashed them, let them come to room temperature, then transfer to zip-top bags with the date written on them. Flatten the bags out and remove as much air as possible, then freeze until solid. Once frozen, stack them like books on a shelf to keep your freezer tidy! They should last for about 6 months when stored this way and will give you extra time the next time you prepare a meal!
- Do you have to peel sweet potatoes before boiling? Nope! If you boil them whole, you can keep the skins on. However, if you want to cut down on the cooking time, peel and cube them first before adding to the pot to boil.
- Can I mash leftover baked sweet potatoes? Yep! Simply remove the skins and mash away. Note that you’ll get a better consistency when they are warm, so consider giving them a quick zap in the microwave or adding them to the warm infused milk to help you out.
Nutrition
Calories: 239kcal | Carbohydrates: 42g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 16mg | Sodium: 1843mg | Potassium: 614mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 14g | Vitamin A: 24329IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 79mg | Iron: 1mg
