Description
A quick and easy mashed sweet potatoes recipe that takes under 30 minutes to prepare. Soft, creamy, and flavorful with a hint of garlic, this comforting side dish uses simple ingredients and can be adjusted for varying textures from chunky to smooth.
Ingredients
Scale
Sweet Potatoes
- 2 1/2 lbs sweet potatoes, cut into small cubes (peeled or unpeeled)
Other Ingredients
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, plus more for garnish if desired
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup milk, warm or room temperature (use less or omit for firmer mash)
- 1/2 tsp sea salt, to taste
- 1/4 tsp black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Boil Sweet Potatoes: Bring a large dutch oven or pot of salted water to a boil. Add the cubed sweet potatoes and cook for about 15 minutes until very soft, checking doneness by piercing with a fork.
- Drain and Dry: Drain the sweet potatoes thoroughly and pat them dry to remove excess moisture.
- Sauté Garlic: In the same dutch oven, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, then remove from heat to prevent burning.
- Mash Potatoes: Return the sweet potatoes to the dutch oven and add the warm milk. Use a potato masher to mash to your preferred consistency. For a smoother texture, you may use a hand mixer or immersion blender.
- Season: Add sea salt and black pepper to taste, mixing well to combine all flavors evenly.
- Serve: Serve the mashed sweet potatoes hot, optionally topped with additional butter and fresh herbs like parsley or chives for garnish.
Notes
- Peeling sweet potatoes is optional; leaving the skin adds texture and nutrients.
- Adjust milk quantity for desired mash firmness—less milk for a thicker mash.
- For extra flavor, consider adding a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated gently on stovetop or microwave.
- Use fresh garlic to avoid bitterness in the mashed potatoes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiling and Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: mashed sweet potatoes, quick side dish, comfort food, garlic mashed potatoes
