Description
This Herby Mashed Sweet Potatoes recipe offers a creamy, flavorful twist on traditional mashed sweet potatoes by incorporating fresh rosemary, parsley, garlic, and a blend of butter, Greek yogurt, and whole milk. Perfect as a comforting side dish, it is easy to prepare and serves six people in about 25 minutes.
Ingredients
Sweet Potatoes
- 3 lbs sweet potatoes, peeled and chopped into 1 inch cubes
Dairy and Herbs
- ¼ cup unsalted butter
- ¼ cup plain Greek yogurt
- ¼ cup whole milk
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh rosemary
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
Seasonings
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Prepare the Sweet Potatoes: Peel the sweet potatoes and dice them into 1 inch cubes to ensure even cooking.
- Boil the Potatoes: Bring a large pot of water to a boil, then add the cubed sweet potatoes. Boil while stirring occasionally for 10 to 15 minutes, or until the potatoes are fork-tender and easily pierced.
- Drain and Mash: Drain the cooked sweet potatoes well and return them to the pot. Add the unsalted butter, Greek yogurt, whole milk, minced garlic, chopped rosemary, chopped parsley, salt, and black pepper. Use a handheld electric mixer or a potato masher to mash everything together until you reach the desired creamy consistency.
- Serve: Transfer the mashed sweet potatoes to a serving bowl and enjoy warm as a savory, herby side dish complementing a variety of main courses.
Notes
- For smoother texture, use an electric mixer; for a chunkier texture, mash by hand.
- Adjust milk quantity based on desired creaminess.
- Fresh herbs can be substituted with dried herbs, but use half the quantity.
- This dish can be prepared ahead and reheated gently on the stovetop or microwave.
- To add extra flavor, garnish with additional fresh herbs before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
