MASHED SWEET POTATOES

SERVES 4 to 6

This is basically like Candied Sweet Potatoes but, of course, with a whole different texture. Microwaving the sweet potatoes saves time but they can be baked in a conventional oven until tender.

INGREDIENTS

2-1/2 to 3 pounds sweet potatoes

3 tablespoons butter, softened

1 tablespoon brown sugar

Pinch each of cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger and ground cloves (more to taste)

Salt and pepper to taste

1 tablespoon maple syrup

Scrub the potatoes. Stab all over with fork. Place on microwavable plate. Microwave on high until tender, turning the plate several times, about 20 minutes. Cut in half and scoop out pulp with a spoon. Place in mixing bowl. Add the butter, brown sugar, spices, salt and pepper. Mash until desired consistency. (More than likely, the potatoes will have enough moisture as is. If not, add a little milk.) Place in microwavable baking dish or serving bowl. Dot with butter, drizzle with the maple syrup and sprinkle with additional cinnamon. Just before serving, microwave on high until hot. (The length of time to reheat depends on how long the potatoes were sitting. They can also be reheated in a 400° oven for about 20 minutes.)

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