Description
This Sage Brown Butter Mashed Sweet Potatoes recipe offers a rich and aromatic twist on classic mashed sweet potatoes by incorporating nutty browned butter infused with fresh sage and garlic. Creamy, flavorful, and comforting, it’s a perfect side dish for cozy dinners and holiday meals.
Ingredients
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Sweet Potatoes
- 3 large sweet potatoes or yams, peeled
Brown Butter Sage Sauce
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons fresh sage, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
Additional Ingredients
- 1/3 cup whipping/heavy cream
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Boil the Sweet Potatoes: Cut the peeled sweet potatoes into smaller pieces to speed up cooking. Place them in a large pot filled with water and bring to a boil. Cook until the sweet potatoes become tender and easily pierced by a knife, approximately 15 to 20 minutes.
- Prepare the Brown Butter Sage Sauce: About 10 minutes into boiling the sweet potatoes, melt the butter in a small skillet or saucepan over medium heat. Continue cooking the butter until it turns golden brown and develops a nutty aroma, being careful not to burn it. Just before the butter finishes browning, add the finely chopped sage and sauté for about 1 minute. Then add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 15 seconds before removing the skillet from heat.
- Mash and Combine: Drain the cooked sweet potatoes thoroughly and return them to the pot or a mixing bowl. Mash the sweet potatoes while gradually incorporating the browned butter sage sauce along with the heavy cream. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Mix until smooth and creamy.
- Serve: Serve the mashed sweet potatoes immediately as a flavorful and comforting side dish.
Notes
- Keep a close eye on the butter when browning to avoid burning, as it can quickly go from golden brown to burnt.
- For a dairy-free option, substitute butter with a plant-based alternative and use coconut or almond cream instead of heavy cream.
- Fresh sage is preferred for optimal flavor, but dried sage can be used in smaller amounts if needed.
- This dish pairs wonderfully with roasted meats and hearty winter vegetables.
- If preferred, add a pinch of nutmeg or cinnamon to the mash for extra warmth and aroma.
