SMOKEY MASHED SWEET POTATOES

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Sweet, smoky, spicy and smooth. From Ellen Helman's "Home Cooking wit the Uncommon Gourmet". Perfect as a side to grilled meats. These are great as they are or are perfect fwith other seasonings that you may like....a sprinkling of brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg - or turn up the heat with a bit more cayenne........whatever suites your taste.

Provided by Acerast

Categories     Yam/Sweet Potato

Time 35m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 lbs sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch chunks
salt, to taste
fresh ground black pepper, to taste
1/4 teaspoon liquid smoke
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
3 tablespoons butter, at room temperature
1/2 cup light cream, at room temperature (half-and-half)

Steps:

  • Boil the potatoes in a large pot of salted water for 12-15 minutes until fork tender.
  • Drain well and mash.
  • Add the salt, pepper, liquid smoke, cayenne, butter, and light cream. Mix until completely incorporated.
  • Serve at once.

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