Herzhaftes Süßkartoffelpüree

Zutaten

• 2 large sweet potatoes
• 2 tablespoons pastured butter
• 1/2 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme leaves
• 1/2 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary leaves
• 1/4 cup half-and-half or milk

Zubereitung

1. 1

   Use a vegetable peeler to peel the potatoes and then cut them into uniform cubes.

2. 2

   Place a steamer basket into a large pot of simmering water. Add the sweet potatoes to the basket, place the lid on the pot, and steam for about 20 minutes.

3. 3

   Remove the steamer basket from the pot and drain the water. Place the cooked sweet potatoes directly back into the pot.

4. 4

   In a small pan, melt the 3 tablespoons of butter over medium low heat. Add the chopped herbs, salt, and pepper and allow to cook for 2-3 minutes, until very fragrant. Turn heat to low and whisk in the half-and-half or milk.

5. 5

   Pour the butter mixture into the pot with the sweet potatoes. Use a potato masher to mash the potatoes until they are smooth. Serve immediately and enjoy!