Imagine a side dish that's not just a boring vegetable medley, but a vibrant, creamy sensation that will transform your dinner table! Our Mashed Sweet Potatoes and Carrots recipe is the ultimate comfort food that combines the natural sweetness of sweet potatoes with the earthy richness of carrots. Whether you're looking to impress your family or add a nutritious twist to your meal, this recipe promises to be a game-changer that will have everyone asking for seconds.
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 30 mins
Total Time: 45 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 2 large carrots, peeled and chopped
- 2 tablespoons butter
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup milk
Instructions
- Begin by preparing your ingredients. Peel the sweet potatoes and carrots, then cut the sweet potatoes into large cubes and chop the carrots into smaller pieces. This will help them cook evenly.
- Place the cubed sweet potatoes and chopped carrots into a large pot. Fill the pot with enough water to cover the vegetables by about an inch.
- Bring the water to a boil over medium-high heat. Once boiling, reduce the heat to medium and let the sweet potatoes and carrots simmer for about 20-25 minutes, or until they are fork-tender.
- While the vegetables are cooking, prepare your mixing bowl and utensils. You will need a potato masher or a hand mixer for mashing the sweet potatoes and carrots.
- Once the sweet potatoes and carrots are tender, carefully drain the water from the pot using a colander. Make sure to let them sit for a minute to remove excess water.
- Transfer the drained sweet potatoes and carrots into the mixing bowl. Add 2 tablespoons of butter, salt, and pepper to taste.
- Using a potato masher or a hand mixer, mash the sweet potatoes and carrots together until you reach your desired consistency. For a smoother texture, continue mashing until all lumps are gone.
- Pour in 1/4 cup of milk gradually while mashing, adjusting the amount based on your preferred creaminess. Mix until well combined.
- Taste the mashed sweet potatoes and carrots and adjust the seasoning with more salt and pepper if needed.
- Once fully combined, transfer the mashed sweet potatoes and carrots to a serving dish. You can garnish with a pat of butter or a sprinkle of fresh herbs if desired.
- Serve warm and enjoy your delicious mashed sweet potatoes and carrots as a comforting side dish!
Tips
- Cut vegetables into uniform sizes to ensure even cooking and consistent texture.
- Don't rush the boiling process - letting the vegetables simmer allows them to become perfectly tender.
- For extra creaminess, warm your milk before adding it to the mashed vegetables.
- If you prefer a smoother texture, use a hand mixer instead of a potato masher.
- Experiment with additional seasonings like cinnamon, nutmeg, or a drizzle of honey for added depth of flavor.
- To keep the dish warm, you can transfer it to a slow cooker on the "warm" setting after mashing.
- Leftover mashed sweet potatoes and carrots can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days and reheated easily.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 150kcal
Carbohydrates: 25g
Protein: 2g
Fat: 5g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Cholesterol: 15mg
