Smokey Mashed Sweet Potatoes

Jun 06, 2023June 6, 20230 12

Smoky and Savory Mashed Sweet Potatoes for a Healthy Side Dish Your Family Will Love

by The Chefin Side

Prep

10 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

25 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

	2 lbs sweet potatoes , peeled and cut into 1-inch chunks
	salt , to taste
	fresh ground black pepper , to taste
	1/4 teaspoon liquid smoke
	1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
	3 tablespoons butter , at room temperature
	1/2 cup light cream , at room temperature ( half-and-half )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

246

Sugar

10g

Fat

10g

Smokey mashed sweet potatoes are a healthy and flavorful alternative to traditional mashed potatoes, and are the perfect side dish for any meal. The combination of liquid smoke and cayenne pepper gives these mashed sweet potatoes a smoky and savory flavor, making them a delicious addition to any dinner plate. Whether you're looking for a new side dish to serve with your family's favorite meals or simply want to add some variety to your diet, these mashed sweet potatoes are the perfect choice.

Instructions

1.	Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit.
2.	Place the sweet potato chunks in a deep pot.
3.	Fill the pot with water, making sure the potatoes are completely covered.
4.	Heat the pot on high heat and bring the water to a boil.
5.	Reduce the heat to medium and let the sweet potatoes simmer for about 15 minutes.
6.	Drain the potatoes and return them to the pot.
7.	Add salt, black pepper, liquid smoke, cayenne pepper, and butter to the sweet potatoes.
8.	Using a masher or electric mixer, mash the sweet potatoes until they are smooth and creamy.
9.	Slowly pour in the light cream, continuing to mix until well combined.

PROS

These mashed sweet potatoes are full of smoky flavor and are a delicious side dish for any meal.

Sweet potatoes are a great source of fiber, vitamins, and minerals, and are known for helping with digestion and weight management.

This recipe is simple to make and is a great way to add some variety to your dinner plate.

CONS

While sweet potatoes are a healthy alternative to regular potatoes, they are still high in carbohydrates and should be eaten in moderation.

This recipe uses butter and light cream, which can add extra fat and calories to the dish.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Sweet potatoes are a nutritional powerhouse, packed with vitamins A, C, and B6, as well as fiber, potassium, and other important minerals.
They are known for their anti-inflammatory properties and may even help with blood sugar regulation.
The cayenne pepper in this recipe may also promote healthy digestion and has been linked to boosting metabolism.