Mashed Sweet Potatoes

Looking for a tasty alternative to regular mashed potatoes? Try mashed sweet potatoes.
Yield	4-6 servings
Time	40 minutes to 1 hour 10 minutes, depending on cooking method
Tools	Saucepan (if boiling or steaming) Masher
Ingredients	2 pounds sweet potatoes, scrubbed and unpeeled salt and pepper Optional seasonings (stir in one or more) several T olive oil 1 orange, juiced and zested 2 T molasses A few T bourbon Optional toppings Butter Sour cream
Directions	There are three ways to cook sweet potatoes in preparation for mashing: 1. Baking: Stab each potato with a fork several times, then bake at 400º for 50-60 minutes, depending on size. 2. Boiling: Boil potatoes whole, 20-40 minutes. 3. Steaming: Steam, covered, over boiling water, 30-50 minutes. The potatoes are ready when they are very soft when pierced with a fork. Once cooked, you can peel them, if desired. Mash, add seasonings, and serve.
Notes	This recipe is part of my Vegetarian Thanksgiving Menu
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