Description
Delight in this creamy Maple Pecan Sweet Potato Mash, a comforting side dish perfect for any occasion, bursting with flavor and texture.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs sweet potatoes (peeled and chopped)
- 1/2 cup pure maple syrup
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- Salt to taste
- 1/2 cup toasted pecans (roughly chopped)
Instructions
- 1. Boil Sweet Potatoes: In a large pot, add the chopped sweet potatoes and cover with water. Bring to a boil and simmer for 15-20 minutes until fork-tender.
- 2. Drain and Mash: Drain the sweet potatoes and return them to the pot. Use a potato masher to mash until smooth.
- 3. Add Flavor: Incorporate the unsalted butter, maple syrup, ground cinnamon, and salt to taste into the mashed sweet potatoes. Mix until creamy.
- 4. Fold in Pecans: Gently fold in the toasted pecans for added texture.
- 5. Serve Warm: Transfer the mash to a serving bowl. Optionally, drizzle with extra maple syrup before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: - For a vegan version, substitute butter with plant-based margarine or coconut oil. - Customize sweetness by using honey instead of maple syrup if desired. - Add cranberries for a tart twist or cream cheese for extra creaminess.