Description
This homemade herby mashed sweet potatoes recipe offers a creamy, flavorful side dish perfect for any meal. Made with fresh rosemary, parsley, garlic, and a touch of Greek yogurt and butter, these mashed sweet potatoes are perfectly seasoned, creamy, and easy to prepare in just 25 minutes.
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 3 lbs sweet potatoes, peeled and chopped into 1 inch cubes
- ¼ cup unsalted butter
- ¼ cup plain Greek yogurt
- ¼ cup whole milk
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh rosemary
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Prepare the potatoes: Peel the sweet potatoes and cut them into 1 inch cubes to ensure even cooking and quicker boiling.
- Boil the potatoes: Bring a large pot of water to a rolling boil, then add the diced sweet potatoes. Boil, stirring occasionally, for 10 to 15 minutes or until the potatoes are fork-tender, which means they should be soft when pierced with a fork.
- Drain and mash: Drain the potatoes thoroughly and return them to the pot. Add the unsalted butter, Greek yogurt, whole milk, chopped rosemary, parsley, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper.
- Mash and mix: Using a handheld electric mixer or a potato masher, mash the sweet potatoes until you reach your desired creamy consistency, incorporating all the ingredients thoroughly.
- Serve: Transfer the herby mashed sweet potatoes to a serving dish and enjoy them hot as a delicious side dish alongside your favorite main course.
Notes
- Use fresh herbs for the best flavor, but dried can be substituted if needed—use about 1 teaspoon each.
- For a creamier texture, you can add a little more milk or yogurt.
- Adjust salt and pepper according to taste preferences.
- This dish pairs well with roasted meats, grilled vegetables, or as part of a holiday meal.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
