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Mashed Sweet Potatoes

Mashed Sweet Potatoes in a bowl
Makes: 4 servings

Mashed sweet potatoes are an easy and nutritious side dish that can accompany any entrée. A great idea to try in place of traditional mashed potatoes.

Ingredients

  • 4 medium sweet potatoes
  • 3/4 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

  1. Wash hands with soap and water.
  2. Wash and peel the potatoes. Cut them into slices that are 3/4 inch thick.
  3. Put them in a saucepan with enough water to cover the potatoes.
  4. Bring the water to a boil on medium heat.
  5. Cook the potatoes for 20 to 25 minutes until they’re soft.
  6. Drain the water. Put the potatoes in a medium bowl.
  7. Use a fork or potato masher to mash the potatoes.
  8. Mix in the thyme, salt, and pepper.

Notes

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Source:

Pennsylvania Nutrition Education Network

Nutrition Information

Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
Nutrients Amount
Total Calories 93
Total Fat 0 g
Saturated Fat 0 g
Cholesterol 0 mg
Sodium 184 mg
Carbohydrates 21 g
Dietary Fiber 3 g
Total Sugars 7 g
Added Sugars included 0 g
Protein 2 g
Vitamin D 0 mcg
Calcium 44 mg
Iron 1 mg
Potassium 486 mg

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Nutrients Amount
Total Calories 93
Total Fat 0 g
Saturated Fat 0 g
Monounsaturated Fat 0 g
Polyunsaturated Fat 0 g
Linoleic Acid 0 g
α-Linolenic Acid 0.0 g
Omega 3 - EPA 0 g
Omega 3 - DHA 0 g
Cholesterol 0 mg
Carbohydrates 21 g
Dietary Fiber 3 g
Total Sugars 7 g
Added Sugars included 0 g
Protein 2 g
Minerals
Calcium 44 mg
Potassium 486 mg
Sodium 184 mg
Copper 0 mg
Iron 1 mg
Magnesium 28 mg
Phosphorus 56 mg
Selenium 0 mg
Zinc 0 mg
Vitamins
Vitamin A 975 mcg
Vitamin B6 0.3 mg
Vitamin B12 0.0 mcg
Vitamin C 20 mg
Vitamin D 0 mcg
Vitamin E 1 mg
Vitamin K 7 mcg
Folate 7 mcg
Thiamin 0.1 mg
Riboflavin 0.1 mg
Niacin 2 mg
Choline 13 mg

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MyPlate Food Groups

Vegetables 1/2 cups