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creamy garlic herb sweet potato mash

Garlic Herb Sweet Potato Mash

This creamy garlic herb sweet potato mash is soft, flavorful, and easy to make. It’s perfect as a side dish for dinner, cozy family meals, or one-pot dinners. Sweet, garlicky, and herb-kissed, it’s comfort on a plate.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 pounds sweet potatoes peeled and cubed
  • 4 cloves roasted garlic mashed
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • ¼ cup milk or cream adjust for desired creaminess
  • 2 teaspoons fresh thyme or rosemary chopped
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
Optional Add-ins:
  • Dash of nutmeg
  • Sprinkle of Parmesan
  • Pinch of chili flakes

Method
 

  1. Prep the sweet potatoes: Peel and cut sweet potatoes into even cubes. This helps them cook evenly.
  2. Boil or steam: Place cubed sweet potatoes in a large pot with water. Bring to a boil, then simmer until soft (15–20 minutes). Alternatively, steam them.
  3. Roast the garlic: Wrap garlic cloves in foil, drizzle with olive oil, bake at 400°F for 20 minutes until soft.
  4. Mash: Drain the potatoes, return them to the pot, add butter, roasted garlic, and milk or cream. Mash until smooth.
  5. Add herbs and seasoning: Stir in chopped thyme or rosemary. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  6. Serve: Transfer to a bowl, sprinkle extra herbs on top, and serve warm.

Notes

  • Use evenly sized cubes for faster and even cooking.
  • Warm milk or cream before adding to the mash for extra creaminess.
  • This mash pairs beautifully with roasted chicken, pork, or grilled veggies.
  • Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 4 days and reheated gently.