Mashed Sweet Potatoes

Ingrédients

• 3-4 pounds sweet potatoes (peeled and sliced into 1” rounds or chunks)
• 1/3 cup butter (cut into 4 pieces)
• 1/3 cup heavy cream (or milk)
• salt & pepper to taste
• 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon (optional)

Préparation

1. 1

   Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add sweet potatoes and boil until tender, about 10 - 15 minutes.

2. 2

   Drain well and allow to sit in the colander a few minutes to make sure all water evaporates.

3. 3

   Return sweet potatoes to the pot or a large bowl, and add butter to the potatoes and mash with a hand masher. Add cream or milk a little bit at a time to reach desired consistency.

4. 4

   Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot and top with a dash of cinnamon if desired.