Mashed Sweet Potatoes

These creamy Mashed Sweet Potatoes are an easy side dish made with butter, cream and fresh herbs, with a touch of cinnamon and nutmeg for warm, cozy flavor. Perfect for Thanksgiving, Christmas, holiday dinners or an easy fall side dish.

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Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Creamy and buttery: Rich cream and butter make these sweet potatoes smooth and delicious.
• Cozy fall flavor: Cinnamon, nutmeg, rosemary and sage add warmth without overpowering the natural sweetness.
• Perfect holiday side: An easy side dish for Thanksgiving, Christmas, Sunday dinner or any fall gathering.

Ingredients You’ll Need

• 3 lb. sweet potatoes
• 1/4 cup butter
• 1/4 cup heavy cream
• 1 tbsp. fresh sage, minced
• 1 tbsp. fresh rosemary, minced
• 1/4 tsp. ground cinnamon
• 1/8 tsp. ground nutmeg
• 1/2 tsp salt
• Pepper to taste
• 1 tbsp. maple syrup

Step By Step Instructions

STEP ONE – Preheat the oven to 400°F.

STEP TWO – Scrub the sweet potatoes well, then carefully pierce them all over with a knife.

STEP THREE – Place the potatoes on a baking sheet and bake for about 45 minutes, or until tender.

STEP FOUR – Allow the potatoes to cool until they’re comfortable to handle. Peel them, then transfer to a large mixing bowl.

STEP FIVE – In a medium saucepan, heat the butter, cream, sage, rosemary, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt until warm and steamy, stirring occasionally.

STEP SIX – Gradually add the warm cream mixture to the potatoes while mashing by hand. Add a little at a time until the potatoes reach your desired consistency; you may not need all of the mixture.

STEP SEVEN – Season with pepper to taste and additional salt, if needed.

STEP EIGHT – Transfer the mashed sweet potatoes to a serving bowl and garnish with fresh rosemary, sage, extra butter, or your favorite toppings.