Description
A delightful side dish that combines the natural sweetness of sweet potatoes with the warmth of cinnamon and a hint of cayenne pepper for that perfect kick.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium sweet potatoes
- 4 tablespoons butter (salted or unsalted)
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Peel and cube the sweet potatoes into 1-inch pieces.
- Place them in a large pot, cover with water, add a pinch of salt, and bring to a boil.
- Once boiling, reduce the heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes until fork-tender.
- Drain the sweet potatoes and return them to the pot or mixing bowl. Mash until smooth.
- Stir in the butter, cinnamon, cayenne pepper, and season with salt and black pepper. Adjust to taste.
- Spoon the mashed sweet potatoes onto a serving dish. Serve warm.
Notes
For a touch of elegance, create a well in the center and drizzle with melted butter or sprinkle with chopped herbs.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiling and Mashing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: sweet potatoes, side dish, vegetarian, comfort food, holiday recipes