I’ll admit it: I used to be a skeptic about mashed sweet potato recipes. I guess I’ve endured too many sweet potato dishes laden with marshmallows and brown sugar. When it comes to mash, I’m a fan of earthy, warming, and comforting savory notes paired with a creamy texture that soaks up all the flavors of whatever hearty main I’m serving it with. Mmmmm! For me, it’s all about balancing the natural sweetness of the spuds. My family’s mashed sweet potatoes recipe features sage butter, which beautifully melds with the sweet potatoes, elevating them to a new level of deliciousness that you need at your table this fall!
How to make mashed sweet potatoes
A mashed sweet potato recipe is pretty simple – you just boil and mash some sweet spuds, right? There are a few extra hints to make this dish really shine. This is how it’s done:
Flavor: Rather than adding extra sweetness, this recipe balances out the natural flavors of the sweet potato with earthy and savory notes of sage, creating depth and adding warmth. Quick and easy: This recipe is ideal for busy weeknights when you need a simple side, but is also impressive enough to catch attention at potlucks and Thanksgiving. New yet nostalgic: We all love comforting mashed potatoes, but this simple spin of using sweet potatoes instead makes it new and exciting. Adaptable: Add a pinch of nutmeg or cinnamon to bring extra warmth, maple syrup for a sweeter note, or fresh thyme or rosemary for herbaceous depth. Healthy: Sweet potatoes are a great nutritional choice – they add fiber, minerals and vitamins, and have a lower glycemic index than regular potatoes.
Are mashed sweet potatoes healthy?
Yes! Using sweet potatoes is a healthy choice. They have a higher fiber content than regular spuds and are rich in vitamins and minerals, like vitamins A and C. They also have a lower glycemic index, meaning they won’t spike your blood sugars as much. This is just another reason why this side dish should be on your table! If I have a little extra time, I love serving this side next to a hearty protein in the fall and winter months – like some juicy pork chops, a roasted parmesan crusted chicken, braised ribs, or pork tenderloin. A side of greens balances everything out. Add these green beans or these roasted brussels sprouts to the table to complete the spread.
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