How to Make Mashed Sweet Potatoes

Sweet potatoes are crop plants with large sweet tuberous roots. Sweet potatoes are a good source of fiber, vitamins A, C and B6, come in a variety of colors, and are often confused with yams. Yams are typically denser, starchier and dryer than sweet potatoes. Botanically speaking, yams are members of the lily family, whereas sweet potatoes are members of the morning glory family. To make a delicious sweet potato side dish, choose sweet potatoes that are white to yellowish in skin and flesh color.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• 4 large sweet potatoes (approximately 6 cups cubed)
• 1/4 cup butter or margarine
• 1/2 cup milk

1. 
   Sweet Potaotes

   Wash and clean the sweet potatoes.

2. 
   Peel Sweet Potatoes

   Peel the skin off the sweet potatoes and discard the skins.

3. 
   Cut Sweet Pototoes into cubes

   Cut the sweet potatoes into about 1-inch square cubes.

4. 
   Add Water to Cover Potatoes

   Put the sweet potatoes into a large pot. Add enough water to cover over the sweet potatoes.

5. 
   Skim off Foam

   Bring the sweet potatoes to a boil over high heat. Boil for about 20 to 25 minutes or until the sweet potatoes are soft. Use a spoon to skim off and discard any foam that develops.

6. Drain sweet potatoes in a large colander, then return the sweet potatoes to the pot.

7. Add butter or margarine and milk. Mash the sweet potatoes with a potatoes masher until creamy and smooth.

8. 
   Put Sweet Potatoes in Serving Dish

   Transfer the mashed sweet potatoes to a serving dish and serve hot.