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Mashed Sweet Potatoes and Carrots

By Stephanie Gallagher, About.com

mashed sweet potato recipe

Mashed Sweet Potatoes and Carrots

Stephanie Gallagher

Mashed Sweet Potatoes and Carrots

Honey, butter and brown sugar are mixed with mashed carrots and sweet potatoes in this healthy and delectable mashed sweet potato recipe.

Ingredients:

  • 8 oz. carrots, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • 3 Tbsp. butter, divided
  • 2 Tbsp. honey
  • 1 Tbsp. brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 1/2 tsp. kosher salt

Preparation:

  1. Place carrots and sweet potatoes in a saucepan. Cover completely with water, and bring to a boil. Let simmer, uncovered, for 10-15 minutes, until carrots and sweet potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork.

  2. Drain, and return vegetables to the pot. Add 2 tablespoons of the butter and the remaining ingredients. Mash well.

  3. Serve warm, topped with remaining tablespoon of butter.
Makes 4-6 servings.
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