Savory Mashed Sweet Potatoes are a delicious alternative to traditional mashed potatoes. Flavored with Parmesan and thyme, they're a creamy and flavorful side dish that is perfect for any meal.
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Why You'll Love This Sweet Potato Recipe
These savory herb mashed sweet potatoes are a delicious, nutritious addition to any meal. They're perfect for winter holidays like Thanksgiving and Christmas, but they can be enjoyed all year round. Mashed sweet potatoes are great because they're available year round.
- Easy to make. Mashed sweet potatoes are one of the easiest side dishes to make. Simply peel, cube, and boil the sweet potatoes until tender, then add some butter, milk, and seasonings and mash until smooth.
- Sweet and flavorful. Sweet potatoes have a naturally sweet flavor, but adding savory ingredients like garlic, herbs, and spices can make them even more delicious.
- Affordable. Sweet potatoes are a relatively inexpensive vegetable, so you can make a large batch of mashed sweet potatoes without breaking the bank.
- Versatile. Mashed sweet potatoes can be served with a variety of main dishes, including roasted chicken, grilled salmon, or even lentil soup.
Ingredients You'll Need
Canned sweet potatoes make this savory side dish ready in less than 20 minutes. Saute the garlic and fresh thyme to add when mashing or whipping for the ultimate flavor.
- Canned Sweet Potatoes - One 40 oz can or 6 fresh sweet potatoes steamed and peeled.
- Garlic - Fresh, minced.
- Thyme - Fresh, minced.
- Parmesan Cheese
- Salt - To taste.
- Pepper - To taste.
- Olive oil
- Butter
Full ingredient amounts and preparation instructions are in the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post.
How To Make Savory Mashed Sweet Potatoes
Mashed Sweet Potatoes with savory herbs are a great way to add more vegetables to your diet. They are also a good source of fiber and potassium. Plus, they are low in calories and fat, making them a healthy choice for people of all ages.
Saute The Garlic
- Mince the garlic and saute it in a skillet with some olive oil.
- Mince the fresh thyme and add it last, taking the skillet off the burner.
- Let the garlic and thyme infuse in the oil while you prepare the sweet potatoes.
Prepare The Sweet Potatoes
- Open and drain the liquid off the can of sweet potatoes. If you used fresh steamed sweet potatoes, slice the potatoes lengthwise and scoop out the soft flesh into a bowl.
- Add the sauteed olive oil and thyme to the bowl of sweet potatoes.
Make The Mashed Sweet Potatoes And Season
- Using a hand mixer or a potato masher, mash the sweet potatoes, garlic mixture, and Parmesan cheese until smooth and creamy.
- Add butter, salt, and pepper to the mashed sweet potatoes to taste.
- Garnish the mashed sweet potatoes with Parmesan cheese and some fresh thyme before serving.
Serving Suggestions
Serve these savory sweet potatoes just as they are, or pair them up with our Sweet and Sour Bat Wings and Halloween 7 Layer Dip for a savory Halloween Party menu or buffet spread.
For more amazing Halloween treats see our Mummy Brownies, Mummy Pigs in a Blanket, Halloween Snack Mix, Monster Cookie Truffles, and Reeses Peanut Butter Cookies. Your party guest will have a spooky time at your Halloween table!
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Equipment
Equipment can have a big impact on how a recipe turns out. Stone bakeware takes longer to heat up than metal pans, and also retain heat for longer, which could make the recipe more watery, or burnt on the outsides. Here are a couple tools you will need to make this dish.
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Storage and Reheating
- Cover any leftover sweet potatoes and store in your refrigerator up to 3 days.
- Freeze in a freezer safe storage container for up to three months.
- To reheat, defrost the sweet potatoes in the refrigerator over night, then reheat in the oven or microwave.
Tips for Success
- If using canned sweet potatoes, be sure to drain them well.
- You can also use interesting sweet potatoes such as Japanese or white flesh sweet potatoes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, absolutely! These freeze well. Bring to room temp or defrost overnight in the refrigerator overnight before reheating.
You can, just either steam or bake them first, scrape them out of their skins, and whip or mash
More Delish Ideas
- Refrigerator Old Fashioned Pickled Beets
- Southern Sweet Potato Casserole
- Frozen Sweet Potato Fries In the Air Fryer
- Southern Slow Cooker Collard Greens
Savory Mashed Sweet Potatoes
Equipment
Ingredients
- 40 oz can sweet potato or 6 fresh sweet potatoes steamed and peeled.
- 6 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon thyme, minced
- 2 tablespoon olive oil
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese save a little for the garnish
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon pepper
Instructions
- Heat the oven to 350° F. Spray a casserole dish with non stick spray. Set aside.
- Heat a small skillet with the olive oil. Add the minced garlic and saute on medium. When brown, remove from heat and add the minced fresh thyme. Let the garlic and thyme infuse the olive oil for a few minutes.6 cloves garlic, minced, 1 teaspoon thyme, minced, 2 tablespoon olive oil
- Open and drain the canned sweet potatoes. If using fresh, peel and scoop the cooked flesh out and put in a bowl.40 oz can sweet potato
- Add the garlic infused olive oil, browned garlic, and the thyme. Using a hand mixer, mix until smooth and creamy.
- Taste and add salt and pepper to taste. Mix well, Add half the Parmesan cheese and mix.1 teaspoon salt, ยผ teaspoon pepper
- Scoop mashed sweet potatoes into the casserole dish. Sprinkle Parmesan cheese on the top and place in the oven for 10 to 15 minutes. Remove and serve!ยฝ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Notes
- If using canned sweet potatoes, be sure to drain them well.
- You can use the canned pizza topping type of Parmesan, or fine fresh Parmesan.
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