MASHED SWEET POTATOES

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I grew up eating sweet potatoes cooked this way. Granny knew it was my favorite and she always served them when I was visiting her. I leave out the nutmeg (personal preference).

Provided by ratherbeswimmin

Categories     Yam/Sweet Potato

Time 1h45m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 lbs sweet potatoes
1/2-3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup butter or 1/2 cup margarine, melted
1/2 cup half-and-half
1 -1 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground nutmeg (optional)
1 tablespoon vanilla
1/2 cup sugar (optional, to taste) or 1/2 cup brown sugar (optional, to taste)
40 large marshmallows (I use miniature marshmallows)

Steps:

  • Place potatoes and salt in a large pot.
  • Add water to cover; bring to a boil; boil for 30 minutes or until potatoes are tender; drain.
  • Let potatoes cool until you can handle them; peel and cut into chunks.
  • Place potatoes, butter, half-and-half, cinnamon, nutmeg (if using), vanilla, and sugar in a large bowl.
  • Beat using an electric mixer on medium speed until smooth.
  • Spoon potato mixture into a lightly greased 13x9 inch baking dish.
  • Bake at 350° for 30 minutes.
  • Top with marshmallows; bake 15 more minutes or until golden.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 321.2, Fat 9, SaturatedFat 5.6, Cholesterol 24.1, Sodium 270.7, Carbohydrate 58.5, Fiber 4.7, Sugar 28.2, Protein 3.2

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