The Best Savory Mashed Sweet Potatoes

Trade in the traditional mash potatoes for some amazing cinnamon mashed sweet potatoes! It's a staple in our family dinners. I've tried many mashed sweet potatoes recipes before and I have to say this is the best way to make creamy savory mashed sweet potatoes. Savory mashed sweet potatoes are great for Thanksgiving and Christmas dinners. Or even better bring the best dish to your pot luck this holiday, give this quick recipe a try!

Savory Mashed Sweet Potatoes 

total cooking time: 1 hr serves 4-5

ingredients

• 4-5lbs of sweet potatoes, peeled, 1" inch cubes
• 2 tsp salt, divided
• 1/3 cup finely sliced green onions, mostly green parts from 1 bunch
• 1/3 cups finely chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley 
• 2 cloves garlic minced
• 1/4 cup sour cream
• 3 tablespoons butter, cubed
• freshly ground black pepper
• 1 tsp extra virgin olive oil
• 1 tsp cinnamon sugar
• 1/2 tsp grated nutmeg

directions

1. in a large pot bring salted water to boil
2. add sweet potatoes, boil until tender, test with a fork, the potatoes should be soft, about 9-12 minutes
3. drain well, return potatoes to the pot
4. mash potatoes to your desired consistency 
5. add all the other ingredients, continue mixing well
6. serve warm 

Enjoy!

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