Vanilla Mashed Sweet Potatoes
These are so good. my kids request these over the marshmallow ones every single time.
Steps
Preheat oven to 350f put potatoes on baking sheet and bake until fork tender , approximately 1 hour.
Remove from oven and let cool until just cool enough to handle.
Peel and discard skins.
Set aside in a covered bowl.
Pour half and half into a 2 quart pot.
Add vanilla and orange zest.
Bring to a simmer and cook for 5 minutes.
Mash sweet potatoes and butter with a potato masher or mixer on low.
Slowly add vanilla milk mixture until potatoes reach desired consistency.
Season with kosher salt and white pepper to taste.
Serve warm.
Ingredients
sweet potatoes, half-and-half, pure vanilla extract, orange zest, butter, kosher salt, white pepper