Ingredients for Vanilla Mashed Sweet Potatoes
- 3 large sweet potatoes (about 2 pounds), peeled and cubed
- 1 cup half-and-half
- Pure Vanilla Extract
- Zest of 1 orange
- 4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) unsalted butter
- Kosher salt to taste
- White pepper to taste
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How to Make Vanilla Mashed Sweet Potatoes
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Toss cubed sweet potatoes with 1 tablespoon olive oil, salt, and pepper on a baking sheet.
- Roast for 45-55 minutes, or until fork-tender.
- While sweet potatoes are roasting, prepare the vanilla cream: In a small saucepan, combine half-and-half, vanilla extract, and orange zest.
- Bring to a simmer over medium heat; cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Remove sweet potatoes from oven and let cool slightly.
- Once cool enough to handle, mash sweet potatoes with a potato masher or electric mixer until smooth.
- Gradually add the warm vanilla cream to the mashed sweet potatoes, mixing until you reach your desired consistency. Start with a little cream and add more as needed.
- Stir in the butter until melted and incorporated.
- Season with additional salt and white pepper to taste.
- Serve warm as a delicious side dish.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
8 g
Sugar
29g
Fat
29g
Carbs
11g
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