Mashed Sweet Potatoes

Name: Mashed Sweet Potatoes
Yield: 4

12 Ratings

Makes: 4 servings

Total Cost: $$$$

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 sweet potatoes (small to medium)
3/4 teaspoon thyme (fresh or dried)
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

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

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Nutrients	Amount
Total Calories	113
Total Fat	0 g
Saturated Fat	0 g
Cholesterol	0 mg
Sodium	217 mg
Carbohydrates	26 g
Dietary Fiber	4 g
Total Sugars	5 g
Added Sugars included	0 g
Protein	2 g
Vitamin D	0 mcg
Calcium	43 mg
Iron	1 mg
Potassium	442 mg

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Nutrients	Amount
Total Calories	113
Total Fat	0 g
Saturated Fat	0 g
Monounsaturated Fat	0 g
Polyunsaturated Fat	0 g
Linoleic Acid	0 g
α-Linolenic Acid	0 g
Omega 3 - EPA	0 mg
Omega 3 - DHA	0 mg
Cholesterol	0 mg
Carbohydrates	26 g
Dietary Fiber	4 g
Total Sugars	5 g
Added Sugars included	0 g
Protein	2 g
Minerals
Calcium	43 mg
Potassium	442 mg
Sodium	217 mg
Copper	200 mcg
Iron	1 mg
Magnesium	33 mg
Phosphorus	62 mg
Selenium	1 mcg
Zinc	0 mg
Vitamins
Vitamin A	922 mcg RAE
Vitamin B6	0.3 mg
Vitamin B12	0 mg
Vitamin C	3 mg
Vitamin D	0 mcg
Vitamin E	0 mg
Vitamin K	6 mcg
Folate	15 mcg DFE
Thiamin	0.1 mg
Riboflavin	0.1 mg
Niacin	1 mg
Choline	16 mg