Are sweet potatoes healthier than regular potatoes?

It very much depends on the way you cook the potatoes. In general, their nutritional content is fairly similar but the flavor of both is very different. Sweet potatoes are high in vitamin A and they are lower on the glycemic index which means they are less likely to spike your blood sugar.

Do these mashed potatoes still taste sweet?

Yes, even though there are lots of herbs, onion, garlic, salt, and pepper, the potatoes still taste slightly sweet. It's not possible to change their flavor but they're really tasty with all the added savory flavors and go with lots of savory dishes.

Can I freeze mashed sweet potatoes?

Yes, divide them into 1-2 servings and store them in freezer-safe containers in the freezer.

Savory Mashed Sweet Potatoes

Description

Try these Savory Mashed Sweet Potatoes in place of regular mashed potatoes. They're packed with flavor and really creamy! Perfect for the holidays!

Ingredients

Units Scale

2.5lb sweet potatoes
1 tbsp avocado oil
1 small yellow onion, finely chopped (1/2 cup)
3-4 cloves garlic, minced
1 tbsp finely chopped fresh parsley
1 tbsp finely chopped fresh chives
1 tbsp finely chopped fresh sage
1 tsp sea salt
1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper
2 tbsp butter
1/2 cup goat cheese (or sour cream or yogurt)

Optional for garnish: 1 tbsp butter and handful of fresh sage leaves

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Instructions

Peel and dice sweet potatoes and add them to a large pot with a steamer basket. Cover with a lid and steam until soft (15-25 minutes).
Add avocado oil to a medium skillet over medium-high heat.
Add chopped yellow onion and cook for 6-7 minutes.
Add minced garlic, chopped parsley, chives, sage, sea salt, pepper, and butter.
Cook another 1-2 minutes stirring often until everything is fragrant and the herbs bright green.
When the sweet potatoes are soft, transfer them to a bowl or drain the pot and add them back in. Add the sauteed onion and herb mixture, goat cheese or sour cream, and mash using a potato masher.
Add more salt, pepper, herbs, or cheese to taste. You can also add milk for a lighter consistency.
Optional: in a small skillet, heat butter and add sage leaves in a single layer. Cook them on medium heat for a minute on each side or until crispy. Dry on a paper towel and use as a garnish for the mashed potatoes.

Notes

Storing: Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for 2-3 days. You can also freeze these potatoes in a freezer-safe container. I recommend freezing them in single-serving containers for easy access.

Reheating: To reheat the mashed potatoes, add them to a skillet or a medium saucepan with a splash of water or milk. Reheat over medium heat stirring often to make sure the potatoes don't burn.

Nutrition

Serving Size:
Calories: 417
Sugar: 12.6 g
Sodium: 877.5 mg
Fat: 15.8 g
Saturated Fat: 8.4 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 59.7 g
Fiber: 9 g
Protein: 10.5 g

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