How to Make Silky Sweet Potato Purée - A Step-by-Step Guide

Silky Sweet Potato Purée is a delicious and versatile dish that can be served as a side or used as a base for other recipes. The smooth texture and natural sweetness of sweet potatoes make this purée a crowd-pleaser, and it's a great way to incorporate more vegetables into your diet.

One of the best things about Silky Sweet Potato Purée is how easy it is to make. With just a few simple ingredients and a bit of time, you can have a creamy, flavorful dish that will impress your family a...

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Ingredients

  • 3 pounds whole sweet potatoes, pricked with a fork
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste
  • ½ cup buttermilk
  • ½ cup whole milk
  • 6 tablespoons butter, softened

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 45 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr
  • Servings: 8

  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). Adjust an oven rack to the upper-middle position. Line a baking tray with aluminum foil.
  • Bake potatoes on the prepared tray in the preheated oven until tender, 45 to 60 minutes. Peel when cool enough to handle.
  • Purée peeled potatoes in a food processor until smooth; season with salt and pepper. With the motor running, add buttermilk and milk gradually through the feeder tube, then butter. Continue processing until silky smooth.
  • Nutrition

    238 cal.

    • Total Fat: 9g
    • Saturated Fat: 6g
    • Cholesterol: 25mg
    • Sodium: 323mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 36g
    • Dietary Fiber: 5g
    • Total Sugars: 9g
    • Protein: 4g
    • Vitamin C: 4mg
    • Calcium: 89mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 621mg