Mashed Sweet Potatoes With Autumn Spices Recipe

Name: Mashed Sweet Potatoes With Autumn Spices
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 lbs medium sweet potatoes (about 8 oz. each); ⅓ cup peach preserves; ¼ cup butter, melted; 2 tablespoons light brown sugar; 2 tablespoons dry sherry; 2 teaspoons lemon zest; 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice; ½ teaspoon kosher salt; ½ teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg; ½ teaspoon ground ginger; ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon; crumbled gingersnaps

Servings: persons

3 lbs medium sweet potatoes (about 8 oz. each)
⅓ cup peach preserves
¼ cup butter, melted
2 tablespoons light brown sugar
2 tablespoons dry sherry
2 teaspoons lemon zest
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
½ teaspoon kosher salt
½ teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
½ teaspoon ground ginger
¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
crumbled gingersnaps

1
Preheat oven to 350 with oven rack 8 inches from heat.
2
Pierce potatoes several times with a fork; place potatoes on oven rack, and place a piece of foil on the rack below to catch drips.
3
Bake potatoes 40 minutes or until tender.
4
Cool slightly (about 10 minutes).
5
Peel potatoes, and press through a ricer or mash with a potato masher until smooth (do not use a mixer or food processor).
6
Stir in preserves and next 9 ingredients until well blended.
7
Spoon sweet potato mixture into a lightly greased 2 1/2 quart baking dish.
8
Bake for 20 minutes or until hot; garnish with crumbled gingersnaps.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 lbs medium sweet potatoes (about 8 oz. each), ⅓ cup peach preserves, ¼ cup butter, melted, 2 tablespoons light brown sugar, and more.

Yes, Mashed Sweet Potatoes With Autumn Spices falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Mashed Sweet Potatoes With Autumn Spices

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