Sweet Potato Carrot Puree Recipe

This incredibly smooth and creamy sweet potato and carrot puree tastes just like a lighter, healthier sweet potato casserole! Perfect as a comforting side dish for any occasion, this recipe is surprisingly easy to make and can even be prepped a day ahead. Impress your family with this delightful twist on a classic – some may even prefer it to the traditional sweet potato casserole! Reheating is a breeze, just warm it gently on the stovetop.

Prep Time 20 mins

Cook Time 55 mins

Calories 209.1 kcal

Protein 4g

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Ingredients for Sweet Potato Carrot Puree

Sweet Potatoes
1 lb carrots, peeled and chopped
Light Brown Sugar
4 tablespoons (2 ounces) unsalted butter
1/2 cup sour cream
Ground Cloves
Salt And Pepper
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)

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How to Make Sweet Potato Carrot Puree

Peel and chop 2 lbs sweet potatoes and 1 lb carrots into 1-inch pieces.
Place the chopped sweet potatoes and carrots in a large pot. Add enough salted water to cover completely (about 6 cups).
Bring the water to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until the vegetables are very tender, about 25 minutes.
Drain the vegetables well and return them to the pot.
Add 1/4 cup granulated sugar and 2 tablespoons (1 ounce) unsalted butter. Cook over low heat, stirring frequently, until almost all of the liquid has evaporated, about 5 minutes.
Stir in 2 additional tablespoons (1 ounce) unsalted butter, 1/2 cup sour cream, and 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves.
Working in batches, puree the mixture in a food processor until completely smooth.
Season generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
Sprinkle with 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional) before serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

5 g

Sugar

31g

Fat

30g

Carbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Sweet Potato Carrot Puree?

Sweet Potato Carrot Puree takes about 75 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 55 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Sweet Potato Carrot Puree?

Sweet Potato Carrot Puree has approximately 209.1 calories per serving, with about 4 g protein, 9 g carbohydrates and 15 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Sweet Potato Carrot Puree?

The key ingredients for Sweet Potato Carrot Puree are Sweet Potatoes, Carrots, Light Brown Sugar, Butter, Sour Cream, Ground Cloves. See the full list with measurements above.