Best Mashed Spiced Sweet Potato Recipes

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GINGER SPICED MASHED SWEET POTATOES



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This comforting sweet potato mash features autumnal notes of vanilla, ginger and thyme. Courtesy of McCormick

Time 9m59S

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 pound sweet potatoes
2 tablespoon butter, softened
2 teaspoon mccormick® all natural pure vanilla extract
1 teaspoon mccormick® ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon sea salt from mccormick® sea salt grinder
1/4 teaspoon mccormick® thyme leaves

Steps:

  • Pierce each sweet potato twice with fork so excess steam can escape while cooking.
  • Microwave on HIGH 5 to 10 minutes or until tender, turning over halfway through cooking.
  • Let stand 5 minutes or until cool enough to handle.
  • Remove skin from the sweet potatoes.
  • Place sweet potatoes and remaining ingredients in large bowl.
  • Mash until smooth and well blended.
  • Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 serving, Calories 254 calories, Sugar 10 g, Fat 6 g, Carbohydrate 46 g, Cholesterol 15 mg, Fiber 7 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Sodium 243 mg, TransFat 0.2 g

SPICED MASHED SWEET POTATOES



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I created these mashed sweet potatoes shortly after my firstborn began eating solid food. She loved them then and still does today, as does her little sister. The recipe is a staple in our home year-round, but especially at our holiday dinner table. -Jenn Tidwell, Fair Oaks, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 30m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

10 cups peeled and cubed sweet potatoes (about 6 potatoes)
1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
1/2 cup orange juice
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 teaspoon grated orange zest
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg

Steps:

  • Place sweet potatoes in a large Dutch oven; add water to cover. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cook, uncovered, until tender, 15-20 minutes. Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, heat remaining ingredients until bubbles form around sides of pan; remove from heat., Drain potatoes; return to pan. Mash potatoes, gradually adding cream mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 208 calories, Fat 6g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 17mg cholesterol, Sodium 170mg sodium, Carbohydrate 37g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

MASHED SWEET POTATOES WITH MOROCCAN SPICES



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We mashed sweet potatoes with fat-free Greek yogurt, butter, brown sugar and Moroccan spices for a vegetarian side dish that you'll want to make room for on the Thanksgiving table.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 50m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 12

6 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces (about 3 lb)
1 1/2 cups Greek Fat Free plain yogurt (from 3 containers, 6 oz each)
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
4 tablespoons packed brown sugar
1 teaspoon sea salt
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/8 teaspoon ground cloves
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh chives

Steps:

  • Place sweet potatoes in 4-quart saucepan. Add water to cover. Heat to boiling. Reduce heat; boil gently (simmer) about 12 minutes or until tender.
  • Drain; return potatoes to pan. Add 1 cup of the Greek yogurt, the butter, 3 tablespoons of the brown sugar, the salt and remaining spices. Mash with potato masher until smooth.
  • In small bowl, mix remaining 1/2 cup Greek yogurt and remaining 1 tablespoon brown sugar until smooth.
  • Serve potatoes warm, topped with sweetened yogurt and chives.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 250, Carbohydrate 30 g, Cholesterol 35 mg, Fat 2 1/2, Fiber 3 g, Protein 6 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 360 mg, Sugar 16 g, TransFat 0 g

CAJUN-SPICED MASHED SWEET POTATOES RECIPE



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Make and share this Cajun-Spiced Mashed Sweet Potatoes Recipe recipe from Food.com.

Provided by shawnajean

Categories     Yam/Sweet Potato

Time 40m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

3 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 2-inch pieces
2 limes, juice of
1/2 cup milk
cajun seasoning
salt

Steps:

  • Place the sweet potatoes in a pot and cover with cold water. Bring the potatoes to a boil over high heat. Reduce the heat and simmer about 20 to 30 minutes, until the potatoes are done. Check by piercing with a fork; there should be no resistance. Drain well.
  • Mash the sweet potatoes with a potato masher or fork, or use a food mill.
  • Add the lime juice and stir well. Add the milk and stir. Add Cajun seasoning, to taste.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 72.1, Fat 0.8, SaturatedFat 0.5, Cholesterol 2.9, Sodium 46, Carbohydrate 15.1, Fiber 2, Sugar 2.9, Protein 1.7

SPICED SWEET POTATO MASH



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One year my flight got canceled as I was traveling home. I finally arrived at 1 a.m. the morning of our holiday get-together. I was so tired when I woke up to prepare this dish, but it felt so good when I saw everyone smiling and enjoying what I'd made. -Allison Brummet, Glenarm, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 30m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 pounds sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup 2% milk
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
1-1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom
1/2 cup chopped pecans, toasted

Steps:

  • Place sweet potatoes in a large saucepan; cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and cook for 15-20 minutes or until tender. Drain., In a large bowl, mash potatoes. Add the cream cheese, milk, brown sugar and seasonings; beat until smooth. Top with pecans.

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