Mashed Sweet Potatoes or Yams
Ingredients
- 2 lbs. Sweet Potatoes or Yams about 2 large or 3 medium, peeled, quartered length-wise and cut crosswise in 1/4” thick slices
- 4 Tbsp. Unsalted Butter
- 2 Tbsp. Heavy Cream
- 1/2 tsp. Salt
- 1 tsp. Sugar or 1 1/2 Tbsp Brown Sugar
- 1 Pinch freshly ground Black Pepper
- 2 tsp. minced fresh Ginger optional
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients together in a 3-4 quart saucepan or frying pan. Cover and cook over low heat, stirring occasionally, until potatoes fall apart, 35-45 minutes.
- Remove from heat.
- Mash the potatoes with a potato masher and serve immediately.
