APRICOT MASHED SWEET POTATOES

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These make a wonderful fall dish with a fruity twist. The apricot and sweet potato flavors really go well with each other.

Provided by Miss Annie

Categories     Fruit

Time 30m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 1/2 lbs sweet potatoes, peeled and cut in 1/2 inch dice
1/4 cup apricot preserves
2 tablespoons butter or 2 tablespoons margarine, softened
3/4 teaspoon grated orange rind
1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/3 cup milk or 1/3 cup cream
salt and pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Place the sweet potatoes in a large pot; add cold water to cover by about 1 inch.
  • Cover and bring to a boil; reduce the heat and boil gently until the potatoes are tender, about 15 minutes.
  • Drain and return the potatoes to the pot.
  • Add the remaining ingredients, except preserves, and mash with a potato masher until smooth.
  • Add apricot preserves, and stir potatoes well.
  • Taste and adjust seasonings.
  • If the potatoes seem dry, add a little more milk.

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