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

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

  1. Scrub and quarter sweet potatoes. Boil until soft.
  2. While boiling, saute garlic in butter just until fragrant. Add the milk to butter and garlic.
  3. Drain potatoes, and place in a bowl with all ingredients. Mash with a hand masher until creamy.

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