SPICED SWEET POTATO MASH

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One year my flight got canceled as I was traveling home. I finally arrived at 1 a.m. the morning of our holiday get-together. I was so tired when I woke up to prepare this dish, but it felt so good when I saw everyone smiling and enjoying what I'd made. -Allison Brummet, Glenarm, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 30m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 pounds sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup 2% milk
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
1-1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom
1/2 cup chopped pecans, toasted

Steps:

  • Place sweet potatoes in a large saucepan; cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and cook for 15-20 minutes or until tender. Drain., In a large bowl, mash potatoes. Add the cream cheese, milk, brown sugar and seasonings; beat until smooth. Top with pecans.

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